Mealybugs on Kalanchoe: Alcohol Spray Protocol and Cross-Contamination Check

Treatment

1. Mix 1 part rubbing alcohol + 5 parts water + squirt liquid soap.
2. Spray all leaf and stem surfaces to runoff.
3. Repeat in 5–7 days.
4. Weekly monitoring thereafter.

Critical Precautions

• Never spray in direct sun or above 75°F.
• Check nearby African violets and jade plant—both are mealybug magnets.

Watering Correction

Bottom watering does not prevent overwatering. Water from top until it drains out; this flushes salts and ensures even moisture. Let top ½″ dry between waterings.