Caring for Calandivas are simple and low maintenance, and under the right conditions, the flowers can last a long time and even rebloom. Plant buds typically appear in the fall, followed by flowers in late winter and spring.

We went to our HortyGirl potted plant expert for top care tips for the Calandiva potted plant. Keep reading to find out more.

Lighting Care Tips

Place your Calandiva potted plants in a spot with bright and indirect light. Try to avoid placing the plant in harsh direct sunlight. In the winter, once the flowers have bloomed, the plant can take medium levels of light, preferably near a south-facing window. In the summer place the Calandiva plant in an east or west facing window. If you see that your Calandiva plant looks thin, it is probably not getting enough light.

Watering Care Tips

Water your plant sparingly at the base of the soil, once every one to two weeks or when the soil feels completely dry. If you forget to water your Calandiva, it will be fine being under-watered as well. If your house or office is humid and your environment is cold, make sure the soil is almost dry before watering it again.

The best way to check if your Calandiva plant needs water is to stick a bamboo or wood skewer into the soil, wait a second and pull it out. If it comes out clean and feels dry then it’s time to water your plant. To learn more, read our article ‘How do I Know When to Water my Plants?’

Pruning Care Tips

Simple pruning now and then of your Calandiva potted plant goes a long way. At the end of the flowering period, it’s a good idea to cut back the taller leaves of the plant, cutting below the second or third new leaf of each stem. Pause and take a step back to check the plant’s overall shape and remove any leaves to maintain the full and bushy look. If you do this, your flowers will have a better shape for the future

Flowering Care Tips

Calandivas typically flower in the late winter and spring. To promote flowering, at the start of fall, place your plant in a dark area at least 14 hours a day for about 6 weeks, such as a room you do not use at night or in a closet. During the day, pull it out and place it in indirect light then tuck it back into a place with no lights at night. Also during this time, water less than you normally would. After 6 weeks, you should start to notice buds forming. At this time, move your plant to spot with bright and indirect light, and enjoy the flowers blooming.

If you like to rebloom your plant later, trim away some of the foliage that hide stems that may produce buds then follow the steps in the above paragraph and enjoy your Calandiva potted plant flowers every spring.

Finishing Up

Calandivas are easy to care for, and have long lasting blooms that add some springtime colour to the home or office decor making them the perfect gift for yourself, friend or family member.

By following the above care tips, your HortyGirl Calandiva potted plant will be healthy, blooming with colourful flowers and thriving for many years. If you like more care tips or have any questions about your Calandiva potted plant, please contact us.

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Caring for your Sansevieria plant is relatively easy and requires little attention as it’s tough, durable and retains water well. Even though Sansevierias are tough, they still do require care. With the proper care, these plants can live on average for 5 to 10 years, and sometimes they can even live longer – up to 20 to 25 years. They also grow very slowly to the height of 3 to 4 feet.

We went to our HortyGirl potted plant expert for top care tips for the Sansevieria plant. Keep reading to find out more.

Temperature and Lighting Requirement Care Tips

Sansevieria plants love the heat! They cannot tolerate temperatures below 40 degrees Fahrenheit or 4 degrees Celsius. Best to keep your plant inside in temperatures between 70-90 Fahrenheit or 20-30 degrees celsius.

The plant should be placed in a bright area where there is indirect light. If this isn’t possible, Sansevierias are adaptable and can also survive in low light surroundings if necessary.

A good place for your Sansevieria plant is near an east facing window where it provides a few hours of direct sunlight in the mornings and indirect sunlight for the rest of the day. If you want to place your plant on a south or west facing window, make sure to shield it from the sun by closing the blinds a little. Be aware that too much direct sunlight can actually burn the leaves.

Also, keep in mind that the leaf tips are sharp, place your plant where you won’t bump into it. This plant can also be toxic to cats and dogs so best to place it away from them and keep an eye on your pets around the plant.

Watering Care Tips

Sansevieria plants require a bit less water than other succulents. Water these plants sparingly, and it’s better to under water than to over water. Use only about a maximum 1/4 cup of water every few weeks. Let the soil become completely dry between watering. Always water on the edge of the base of the plant, and never pour water over the leaves.

The Sansevieria will also give off warning signs of watering habits. If you’re not giving it enough water, the leaves will lean or droop and wrinkle up. If you’re over watering it, the leaves will turn slimy. If the leaves appear soft or slimy, pull them out immediately as this will prevent it from affecting the rest of the leaves.

As the seasons change, your watering amount should be adjusted as well. In the hot summer months, your plant will need more water. In the winter months, your plant will need less water, and less frequently – once every month or two months.

The best way to check if your Sansevieria plant needs water is to use a bamboo or wood skewer. Similar to baking, stick the skewer into the soil, wait a second and pull it out. If it comes out clean and feels dry then it’s time to water your plant. To learn more, read our article ‘How do I Know When to Water my Plants?’

Finishing Up

Sansevieria plants have tall leaves with beautiful green and yellow color variations and are easy to care for, which makes them perfect for your living decor adding beauty and a tropical feel to any indoor space.

By following the above care tips, your HortyGirl will be healthy and thriving for many years. In return, your plant will also keep you healthy by purifying the air you breathe, removing toxins, releasing lots of oxygen and improving the air circulation of your home or office.

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