The never die plant is a great option for those with very little experience growing plants and for those looking for another pretty succulent to have around. It’s easy to care for, and it’s lovely with or without its blooms.
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A Never Die Plant Is Good for Homes and Offices
Native to tropical regions of the Carribean, like Cuba and Puerto Rico as well as India and Madagascar, this succulent is also known as a flame kalanchoe and a life plant. The botanical name for this gorgeous plant is the Kalanchoe integra.
The kalanchoe plant gets its name for obvious reasons. It is hard to kill, even for those without a green thumb. It can grow up to 18 inches tall and wide, making it a big, bushy succulent plant.
The leaves don’t look like a cactus at first glance, and the flowers can come in pinks and yellows, standing tall on imposing stems. When you get up close and personal, you can see the leaves have that thick, glossy, succulent feature that is so beloved by fans.
Because succulents are smaller than other plants, they don’t purify the air as effectively, but they will still act as small air purifiers, absorbing household toxins and releasing oxygen.
Are Never Die Plants Good for the Feng Shui Flow of a Room?
To make it even more advantageous, the never die plant brings positive feng shui energy into the home or office, as well. It is well-known for its robust nature, so expect it to exude strength and stability wherever it sits.
It will also encourage stability and vigor into the lives of everyone who loves it. You can keep it in your bedroom, living room, or office to remind you of just how strong and vital you are.
For those interested in learning more about feng shui practices, I check out this master class article on how to use feng shui.
Are Never Die Plants Easy to Grow and Maintain?
Yes! Never die plants are extremely easy to grow and maintain.
How Do Never Die Plants Grow?
This succulent needs a little water, a lot of indirect sunlight, and some basic love and care to thrive.
What Kind of Soil Does a Never Die Plant Need?
You can plant the never die in a succulent soil that does not hold water. If necessary, you can break up the soil with bark and perlite, or you can place pebbles in the bottom of the pot to ensure good drainage.
How Much Light Does a Never Die Plant Need?
While you don’t want to allow the leaves to burn in direct sunlight, you do want to place this succulent into bright, indirect sunlight, so choose a big, sunny window. If you notice the leaves starting to crisp, or the flowers starting to burn, move it a bit farther from the window.
How Much Water Does a Never Die Plant Need?
This succulent, like most of its kind, needs to be fully watered, so the water runs through the bottom holes of the pot. Then you’ll need to allow the soil to dry out fully before watering it again.
Why? The leaves of a succulent plant hold onto water, so even when the soil feels dry, the leaves and stems will still have plenty of water to keep this plant happy.
To check the soil, simply insert your finger two inches deep. If the soil is moist, you can leave the plant. If it is fully dry, you can water the plant again.
For more information on watering plants, check out my other article for signs, tips, and tricks to avoiding watering mistakes.
Other Conditions that Are Important to a Never Die Plant
It is also helpful to pay attention to root rot with the never die plant as it is commonly overwatered. In this event, you may also notice bugs and pests making a home of your plant.
To rectify this issue, spray the leaves and soil liberally with neem oil several times a week for several weeks until the bugs are gone. In the case of root rot, remove the root ball from the soil entirely and cut away any mushy roots or stems.
Leave the root ball to dry out in bright, indirect sun on a screen then repot the root ball in fresh soil and get onto a regular watering schedule.
Never Die Plant Decorating Ideas
The best idea for a succulent like the never die plant is to plant it in a bright, bold pot and surround it with other succulents. Create a lovely, tropical experience with a succulent garden near a bright, sunny window.
You could also simply place this plant on its own on your desk or on a side table in a super cool pot to create a striking conversation piece.
Do Fake Never Die Plants Look Real?
In the end, you might find the never die plant is just too much to take care of. In that situation, you can always invest in a high-quality never die plant.
It will look just like the real thing and require a fraction of the upkeep. You’ll still get all the feng shui and mental health benefits, too!
And if you’re wondering if artificial plants are even in style, check out my piece on whether artificial plants and flowers are tacky. Whichever way you go, real or fake, you won’t be sorry to bring a never die plant into your home.
What do you think? Do you have a never die plant you love?
How do you care for it? Where do you keep it?
Let me know in the comments. I love to hear from my readers!
