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Kalanchoe Pumila

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Original price ₹239
Original price ₹239 - Original price ₹239
Original price ₹239
Current price ₹199
₹199 - ₹199
Current price ₹199

(MRP Inclusive of all taxes)

Container: Pot
Size: 3 inch

Which size?

Why it’s special?

  • Frosted silver-white foliage
  • Pretty pink-lilac spring flowers
  • Trailing habit for baskets
  • Drought tolerant and easy
  • Compact dwarf size
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🌎 Country of origin: India

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Kalanchoe pumila, the Flower Dust Plant, is a charming dwarf succulent from Madagascar grown for its powdery, silver-white frosted foliage and clusters of pink to lilac flowers in late winter and spring. It forms a low, spreading mound 20-30 cm tall whose stems arch and trail, making it ideal for hanging baskets and rockeries. The whitish bloom on the leaves is a natural sunscreen that also gives the plant its ornamental appeal. Tough and drought-tolerant, it suits Indian balconies and bright windowsills, rewarding minimal care with a long-lasting flush of colour each cool season.

Specifications

Family Crassulaceae
Native region Madagascar
Mature height 20-30 cm
Mature spread 20-30 cm
Growth rate Moderate
Foliage Silvery-white frosted toothed leaves
Flower colour Pink to lilac-purple
Flower season Late winter to spring
Climate zone USDA 9-11

Care guide

Sunlight Bright light with some morning sun; protect from harsh midday sun.
Watering Allow soil to dry fully between waterings; keep dry in monsoon.
Soil / mix Sharp-draining succulent or cactus mix with grit.
Temperature Ideal 15-28C; protect below 5C.
Humidity Low humidity preferred; avoid wetting the frosted leaves.
Fertilizer Light feed monthly during spring growth only.
Pruning Trim back after flowering to keep it bushy.
Repotting Repot every 2 years; refresh hanging-basket mix.
Propagation Easy from leaf or stem cuttings.
Pests & problems Mealybugs and aphids; remove with neem or alcohol swab.
Toxicity / safety Toxic to pets if ingested.
Difficulty Easy

Uses

Perfect for hanging baskets, rock gardens and windowsill displays where its trailing frosted foliage and spring flowers can be admired.

Growing tips

In India keep it on a bright balcony with morning sun and water from the base; shelter it from monsoon downpours to protect the powdery leaf coating.

Kalanchoe Pumila Care

Kalanchoe pumila is a low-maintenance succulent that thrives in bright, indirect light and needs very little water once established. Let the soil dry out fully between waterings and use a free-draining, gritty succulent mix to avoid root rot. Feed lightly during the growing season and protect the plant from frost and prolonged wet spells, and its powdery silver-grey leaves will stay at their best.

Where to place Kalanchoe Pumila

This trailing succulent looks striking in hanging baskets, on windowsills and along shelf edges where its dusty, silvery leaves can spill over the rim. Give it a bright spot with a few hours of gentle sunlight to keep the foliage compact and the colour strong. Indoors it suits well-lit rooms and balconies, while outdoors it prefers a sheltered position away from harsh afternoon sun.

Kalanchoe Pumila Benefits & Uses

Prized for its powdery silver-grey foliage and cheerful pink winter-to-spring flowers, Kalanchoe pumila is an easy-care choice for beginners and busy plant lovers. Its trailing habit makes it ideal for decorative pots, dish gardens and mixed succulent arrangements. Being drought-tolerant, it forgives the occasional missed watering and adds year-round texture to indoor and balcony displays.

Why buy Kalanchoe Pumila online in India

GardenGo stocks Kalanchoe pumila locally and delivers fast — often within about two hours in serviced areas — so your succulent arrives fresh and alive rather than stressed after days in transit. Each plant is packed carefully and dispatched from nearby stock to protect its delicate powdery leaves. You can also add the pots, succulent soil and tools it needs in the same order, so everything for your garden arrives together.

Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Kalanchoe pumila?
Let the soil dry out completely first, then water thoroughly, roughly every 10-14 days in warm weather and much less in winter and monsoon.
How much light does it need?
Bright light with a few hours of gentle morning sun gives the best leaf colour and flowering. Avoid scorching afternoon summer sun.
Is it safe around cats and dogs?
No, Kalanchoe species are toxic to pets if eaten. Keep it where animals cannot reach the foliage or flowers.
When should I repot it?
Repot every couple of years in spring, or refresh the basket mix, using a gritty fast-draining succulent soil.
How do I propagate it?
Snip a leaf or stem cutting, let it dry for a day to callous, then lay or plant it in barely moist succulent mix where it roots easily.
Why is the frosty coating disappearing?
Overhead watering and handling rub off the natural powdery bloom. Water at the base and handle leaves as little as possible.
When does it flower?
It typically blooms in late winter and spring, producing clusters of pink to lilac flowers above the silver foliage.
Can I grow it indoors?
Yes, on a very bright windowsill, but it flowers and colours best with some direct light outdoors on a balcony.
Is the plant poisonous to people?
Its sap is mildly toxic if ingested, so avoid eating any part and wash your hands after pruning.
Does it need fertilizer?
Feed lightly with a diluted balanced or succulent fertilizer once a month only during spring growth; skip feeding in dormancy.
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