Calandiva

Calandiva is a dazzling indoor and patio favourite, celebrated for its clusters of double-petaled blooms that resemble miniature roses. Flowering generously in late autumn through winter (May–August in Cape Town), it brings a burst of colour when many other plants are resting. Available in a wide palette, from vibrant reds and oranges to soft pinks, yellows, and whites. Calandiva is perfect for brightening living spaces, balconies, and sheltered garden corners. Compact and long-lasting, its blooms can persist for weeks, making it a superb gift plant as well as a cheerful addition to your own collection. Thriving in bright light with minimal water, it’s ideal for water-wise gardeners and anyone seeking effortless beauty. Bring year-round charm indoors with the Calandiva (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana hybrid).

Why You’ll Love It

• Rose-like clusters of colourful blooms.
• Flowers in Cape Town’s cooler months (May–August).
• Compact size perfect for pots and indoor displays.
• Long-lasting blooms with minimal care.
• A cheerful, water-wise plant for gifting or décor.

Plant & Care

Place in bright, indirect light indoors or semi-shade outdoors. Water sparingly, allowing soil to dry between waterings, overwatering can damage roots. Remove spent blooms to encourage fresh flowering. Feed lightly with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season. Protect from frost and cold drafts in winter.

Did You Know?

Calandiva was developed in the Netherlands as a special cultivar of Kalanchoe blossfeldiana, bred specifically for its double-petaled “mini-rose” flowers that last longer than the single-flowered varieties