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Liz W

Help, I am having a serious problem with my large Kalanchoe’s. I’ve had these for several years and they have thrived to the point I’ve given away 100’s of cuttings. I put them outside on my deck in the summer as I live in New Hampshire so they can’t stay outside all year. I’ve never had any issue with them except they don’t flower often. However this winter I started noticing on the 4 Large ones I have that the leaves have white dust on them. Two of the four have dropped 98% of its leaves but new shoots and leaves are starting. Can anyone tell me what the issue is and how to solve it??? I’m attaching a picture of one from last October and the same plant today. I so would appreciate any help anyone can give me.

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  1. Cleo

    I don’t know but me too, hopefully somebody has some answers!

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    • Liz W

      Oh isn’t that interesting. I also think it’s not so helpful that some are just liking my post and not making any helpful feedback. So thank you for letting me know that you’re having the same issue. Fingers crossed someone will be able to help us. 😁

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  2. Chelburn

    If I had to take a guess.. maybe mildew? That’s the only white dust I can imagine.Heres a mix to apply once a week for 3-4 weeks and just reapply as needed. Baking soda solution: Mix 1 tablespoon baking soda and ½ teaspoon liquid soap such as Castile soap (not detergent) in 1 gallon of water. Spray liberally, getting top and bottom leaf surfaces and any affected areas. This method may work better as a preventative measure, although it does have some effect on existing powdery mildew as well.

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    • Liz W

      Thank you so much I’ll give this a try. Mildew makes sense since the soil is taking longer to dry out this winter. I’ll let you know how it goes and thanks again. 😘

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