Kalanchoe blossfeldiana – Flaming Katy (12cm pots, orange, red, or yellow flowers)

Kalanchoe blossfeldiana, widely known as Flaming Katy, is a houseplant that’s impossible not to love. Famous for its brilliant clusters of flowers in glowing shades of orange, red, and yellow, this compact succulent instantly lifts a space with its cheerful, long-lasting blooms. Supplied here in 12cm pots, each Flaming Katy is already budding or in flower, bringing colour and joy into your home.

Native habitat and growth pattern
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana is native to Madagascar, an island rich in unique plants. It grows naturally among rocky hillsides and dry soils, storing water in its fleshy leaves. This adaptation means it copes effortlessly with indoor conditions and irregular watering. Unlike many flowering houseplants, it remains compact and neat — usually between 20–30cm tall — making it ideal for windowsills, coffee tables, or as a burst of colour in a plant display.

Styling tips
Flaming Katy is the ultimate plant for brightening your living space. Its fiery flowers contrast beautifully with its glossy green leaves, creating a bold accent plant. For maximum effect, place several together in different colours for a glowing display that mimics a bouquet. Because of its neat size and resilience, it also makes a thoughtful, lasting alternative to cut flowers — perfect for gifting on birthdays, celebrations, or simply to brighten someone’s day.

Care guide

• Light: Place in bright, indirect light. A sunny east- or west-facing windowsill is ideal.

• Water: Water thoroughly, then allow the top layer of soil to dry before watering again. Avoid waterlogging.

• Humidity: Thrives in standard indoor humidity — no misting required.

• Feeding: During flowering, feed monthly with a gentle fertiliser such as our Organic Tropical Plant Food to keep blooms vibrant and healthy.

• Temperature: Average room temperatures (15–25°C) are perfect. Protect from draughts and cold windowsills.

Why choose this plant?
The Flaming Katy is one of the best plants for reliable colour indoors. Its flowers last for up to eight weeks, far outlasting a bunch of cut flowers, and with simple care it can rebloom year after year. Compact, tough, and resilient, it’s also one of the easiest flowering houseplants to grow — making it perfect for beginners, gift-givers, and collectors alike.

Interesting facts

• Flaming Katy was first described for science in the 1930s and quickly became popular across Europe for its vibrant colours and resilience.

• It’s a “short-day” plant, meaning it naturally flowers when daylight hours shorten, making it especially valuable for winter colour.

• Commercial breeders have developed hundreds of varieties, but the classic red, orange, and yellow remain the most striking.

• In parts of Scandinavia, it’s a traditional Christmas plant, while in other regions it’s linked with spring and renewal.

FAQs

Q: What colours are available?
A: Each 12cm pot Flaming Katy blooms in shades of orange, red, or yellow — all equally bright and cheerful.

Q: How long will the flowers last?
A: With good care, each flowering cycle lasts six to eight weeks.

Q: Can it flower again?
A: Yes, after the flowers fade, cut back spent blooms and keep the plant in bright light. With patience and regular feeding, it will rebloom.

Q: Is Flaming Katy safe for pets?
A: No, it’s toxic if eaten, so it should be kept out of reach of cats, dogs, and small children.

Q: How big will it grow?
A: In a 12cm pot, Flaming Katy stays compact, usually 20–30cm tall and wide, with a neat, bushy form.

Our plants are supplied in a plastic nursery pot