COLUMBIA, Mo. – Few plants can boast colorful, long-lasting flowers and attractive foliage the remainder of the year, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein.

Florist’s kalanchoe delivers both, making it a versatile houseplant. Its vibrant flowers provide a welcome burst of color during the dreary days of winter, Trinklein said.

There is nothing shy about kalanchoe flowers’ flamboyant shades of yellow, orange, red, pink and magenta. They beckon for attention and just will not go away.