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Pale Leaves in Flaming Katy
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Kalanchoe blossfeldiana, known as 'Flaming Katy' or 'Christmas Kalanchoe,' is a popular compact succulent prized for its showy clusters of long-lasting flowers in red, orange, yellow, pink, or white
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Flaming Katy care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to pale leaves in Flaming Katy. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Light
Bright, indirect light; requires 14+ hours daily for flowering; direct morning sun is beneficial
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Fertiliser
Feed with diluted balanced fertilizer during growth phase (spring/summer); withhold during flowering
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Water
Water when soil surface is dry; allow drainage; reduce watering in winter and after blooming
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Symptoms to look for in Flaming Katy
- fiber_manual_recordWashed-out, pale colour
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing between veins
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Common causes in Flaming Katy
- fiber_manual_recordIron deficiency
- fiber_manual_recordMagnesium deficiency
- fiber_manual_recordToo much direct sun
- fiber_manual_recordAlkaline soil
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How to diagnose pale leaves in Flaming Katy
Interveinal yellowing on new growth = iron deficiency. On old growth = magnesium deficiency.
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How to treat pale leaves in Flaming Katy
Apply chelated iron or Epsom salt as appropriate. Adjust soil pH.
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Preventing pale leaves in Flaming Katy
Use ericaceous compost for acid-loving plants. Feed with micronutrient fertiliser.