Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Dorothy Brown'

Origin: Madagascar

These popular fuzzy-leaved plants are knows as Panda Plants. Small shrubby plants with narrow leaves covered in fine hairs, various coloured cultivars are known. Dorothy Taylor is an exceptionally dark leaved selected cultivar. The plants have velvety, dark, almost black to reddish-brown leaves, depending on the season and the intensity of light the plants receive.

Plant size: Well established plants, grown in 7 cm pots are offered. The first photo is of the plants for sale, the other photos is of the same cultivar in different conditions/seasons.
 
About Kalanchoe
Kalanchoe is a large genus of easy-growing succulent plants, ranging from small compact plants to large tree-like shrubs. The leaves vary from smooth and shiny to being covered in hairs. The species in South African is commonly referred to as "Plakkies" in Afrikaans. It is a widespread genus, found in South Africa, northwards in Africa and with several species in Madagascar.
The variability in the genus presents an array of plant forms, sizes, leaf shapes, colours and textures. This spectrum of features makes them excellent plants for container gardening, the rockery or used in larger landscapes. There are some species of Kalanchoe with an invasive and weedy habit and these should be avoided.

Caring for your Kalanchoe
 
Pot: Kalanchoe plants does very well in containers, mixed planter and the pendulous species in hanging baskets. Kalanchoes can be planted out in the garden or rockery in frost-free areas.
 
Soil: The plants are very willing and can adapt to most soils. A well-drained sandy medium with some organic matter will do best.
 
Light: The brighter the light the more colourful and compact your plant will be. Although some Kalanchoes can grow indoors, bright or direct sunlight is required for optimal growth and leaf colouration.
 
Water: The plants prefer watering every week or two, but well established plants can tolerate prolonged droughts. Watering should be reduced in winter.