Kalanchoe 'Rosalina Don Justino' (Flaming Katy) — H27 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
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Frequently asked questions
Can a Kalanchoe be placed on the balcony in summer? Yes — it enjoys warmth and full summer sun, but bring it inside as soon as temperatures drop below 15 °C because it does not tolerate cold.
Why is my Kalanchoe no longer blooming? Lack of light or no winter rest period are the most common causes — place it in a sunnier spot and reduce watering in winter to trigger new flowering.
Shipping & packaging
Shipped within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
- Tracking link sent by email as soon as your parcel ships
- Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page
ZEN ARRIVAL GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us promptly at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- We will find the right solution for your situation
- No return needed — we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage in transit, plants severely weakened on arrival, and order preparation errors.
CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
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🌸 Bright red blooms • 🌿 Fleshy foliage • ☀️ Bright indoors / Sun • 💧 Low watering • 📏 H27 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
Kalanchoe 'Rosalina Don Justino', also known as the flaming Katy, is a generously flowering succulent native to Madagascar — its clusters of small, vivid red flowers brighten interiors for several weeks. Its fleshy foliage stores water and allows it to withstand missed waterings without damage. Pair it with flowering plants and cacti and succulents.
Compact and colorful, it adds a cheerful, sunny touch to a desk, coffee table, or windowsill.
Light & placement
Kalanchoe Rosalina Don Justino loves very bright locations and tolerates a few hours of direct sun — it is one of the few flowering succulents to truly thrive in full indoor sun. Our flowering calendar shows you how to make it bloom again season after season.
- Light: full sun or very bright indoor light — a south- or west-facing window is ideal.
- Ideal for: sunny windowsills, desks, bright coffee tables.
- Temperature: 18 to 25 °C, protect from cold and drafts.
- Substrate: well-draining — potting mix for succulents.
Watering & care
- Watering: low — water only when the substrate is completely dry. Standing water is the main cause of Kalanchoe loss.
- Drainage: essential — use a pot with drainage holes and a layer of clay pebbles at the bottom.
- Fertilizer: every 3 weeks during flowering, using fertilizer for flowering plants.
- Pruning: pinch the stems after flowering to encourage branching and prepare for the next bloom.
- Winter dormancy: significantly reduce watering in winter, as with all indoor plants in winter.
Decorating ideas & plant pairings
Its bright red flowers make it a striking accent plant — it works particularly well placed in the middle of a group of succulents with neutral green foliage that lets its color take center stage.
- In a succulent arrangement: pair it with a Crassula tenelli and an Aloe vera — three succulents, three different forms, the same watering needs, and a cohesive, effortless arrangement.
- In a Kalanchoe duo: combine it with the pink Kalanchoe — the same variety, two complementary colors, and an instantly polished display.
- Decorative pot: a terracotta or white ceramic pot highlights the vivid red flowers without competing with them — avoid warm tones that blend into the flower color.
Verdeia tips
- Remove faded flowers: remove flower stalks as soon as they lose their vibrancy — this encourages new stems and extends the overall flowering period.
- Give it maximum light: the more sun it receives, the more abundant and long-lasting the flowering — this is the most important factor for this Kalanchoe.
- Keep it dry in winter: drastically reduce watering from November to February — a short dormant period in dry, cool conditions (15–17 °C) triggers spectacular new flowering in spring.
Technical details
- Botanical name: Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Rosalina Don Justino'
- Common name: Flaming Katy / Red kalanchoe
- Origin: Madagascar
- Pot diameter: Ø12 cm
- Approximate height: H27 cm
- Light: full sun / very bright indoors
- Watering: low
- Care: easy
- Toxicity: slightly toxic if ingested — keep out of reach of children and pets
- Decorative style: Bohemian / Mediterranean / Urban
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. Flower density and color naturally vary according to light levels and the season.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Orders ship within 48 working hours, with tracked delivery in 2 to 5 working days via DPD. Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page. You receive a tracking link as soon as your parcel leaves.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.