Kalanchoe 'Pink Butterflies' [winter colors] [limited]

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Kalanchoe x houghtonii 'Pink Butterflies' [winter colors]: A truly phenomenal plant that's well sought after by collectors. This variegated sport of K. delagoensis x K. daigremontiana grows tall stems and long, slender leaves. The leaves grow new, pink plantlets or bulbils that resemble butterflies. The bulbils are pink because they lack chlorophyll, but with enough light they can propagate and grow into new, rooted plants. The pink plantlets may be finicky, but the mother plant is a strong grower and propagates readily from stem cuttings. Reduce watering frequency in winter to prevent rot.

Please Note: This version has minimal offsets. Offsets will sprout with proper care around late spring to summer.

Soft succulents will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures they can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. They need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 50% to 70% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply enough for water to run out the drainage hole, then wait for the soil to fully dry before watering again.

Full Pink Butterflies Guide

Product Size

2.0" Pot

Current Primary Color

Pink

All Seasonal Colors

Green

Bloom Color

Pink Bloom

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Bright Indoor Light, Filtered / Partial Sun

Maximum Height

Over 12"

Growth Habit / Shape

Vertical Grower / Tall Stem

Special Characteristic

Lots of Offsets

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

10

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3 years ago

Is this variety toxic to dogs/cats? See answer

I find this beautiful and noticed it did not have the toxicity warning that I see on other Kalanchoe you are selling. Is that an oversight on the description OR is this variety non-toxic? See more »

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3 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Unfortunately, this plant is toxic like the other varieties of Kalanchoe. In general, if our descriptions don't specifically state that a plant is pet safe, it's best to assume it is not. We keep a list of pet safe plants that you can find at the link below.
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3 years ago

Is this a mother of thousands? See answer

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3 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Not technically, but it frequently gets that common name attached to it. This is a plant that looks similar but it's a variegated version of a different species. You can find the true mother of thousands at the link below, but it's not currently in stock. You can click "EMAIL ME WHEN PRODUCT IS BACK IN STOCK" to set up an email alert so you'll know as soon as these become available again.
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2 years ago

What do you do when your kalanchoe gets leggy See answer

I have a pink butterflies kalanchoe and it is getting VERY tall/long and has lost a lot of its leaves along the base of the stem.
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2 years ago  •  Staff Answer

The first step is to verify that your plant is getting enough light. Legginess is a classic symptom caused by a lack of light. Kalanchoe 'Pink Butterflies' needs 5 or 6 hours of bright sunlight a day to be happy. If its pink color is fading, that's another good sign that your plant isn't getting enough light. If your plant isn't getting enough light any pruning efforts will merely harm the plant because it won't have the energy required for new growth.

Then, simply follow the steps at the link below.
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3 years ago

Can this plant be safely shipped this time of year? See answer

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3 years ago  •  Staff Answer

It can, but we highly recommend ordering a heat pack if you have any soft succulents in your order. You can find them at the link below.
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2 years ago

Why are my pink butterflies turning a light pink? See answer

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2 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Succulent colors tend to intensify with more sun exposure. It's likely your Pink Butterflies is fading due to lack of light. If possible, move it to a sunny, south-facing window sill or supplement its current lighting with a grow light. There is more grow light info and product recommendations at the link below.
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2 years ago

Will Pink Butterflies propagate from the leaves of the mother plant? See answer

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2 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Full leaf propagation from Kalanchoe Pink Butterflies has a low success rate. This is true for most other Kalanchoe as well. However, Pink Butterflies roots very well from stem cuttings and the plantlets that fall from the margins of the leaves. See full answer »

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4 years ago

What kind of soil should I use with succulents? See answer

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Succulents need grittier soil than other plants because they are adapted to dry conditions and store water in their leaves. Regular potting soil mixes stay damp for long periods of time, which can cause rot in succulents. Instead, use a sandy, well-draining soil so you can water thoroughly without leaving your succulent in standing water.

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4 years ago

When should I plant my succulents after they arrive? See answer

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4 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Our plants can be transplanted immediately upon arrival.
If you want to wait to transplant, they can remain in their original containers for up to a month. If the pots came in a plastic carrier tray, remove the pots from the carrier tray prior to the first watering.

Keep the plants indoors near a sunny window or outdoors under a roof (only if outdoor temperatures stay above your succulent's minimum hardiness temperature). Water only after the soil is fully dry by drenching from above with a faucet, hose, or watering can. Gently shake excess water from the leaves and allow containers to drain completely.

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Do I need to fertilize succulents? See answer

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4 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Fertilizing is not necessary, but it is a good option for succulent growers who want to encourage faster, larger growth. It can be used on mature plants with established roots. Only fertilize in the growing season (spring and summer for most varieties) to avoid weakening or burning dormant plants. Use a light touch and make 2-3 applications of low-Nitrogen, diluted fertilizer each year (N-P-K ratio around 5-10-10). You can find specially-formulated cactus / succulent fertilizers in most garden centers or go organic with compost tea or bone meal.

Example: Miracle-Gro Quick Start, diluted to half strength

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4 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Succulents need deep, infrequent watering, especially during their growing season and when they are young and establishing roots. Only water after the soil is completely dry and the plant feels less firm. Err on the side of underwatering. Watering too frequently is the most common way to kill succulents.

HOW TO WATER SUCCULENTS

• Drench from above using a faucet, hose, or watering can
• Do not mist with a spray bottle (the only exception is for Air Plants)
• Water until it drains from the container's drainage hole. If your container does not have a drainage hole (not recommended), use about 1/3 the volume of the container…

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