Kalanchoe tomentosa ‘Silver Drops’
Kalanchoe tomentosa ‘Silver Drops’
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Kalanchoe tomentosa ‘Silver Drops’ is a charming evergreen succulent prized for its soft, velvety foliage and compact, upright growth. Its thick, silvery-green leaves are covered in fine hairs, giving them a plush texture, while distinctive chocolate-brown markings along the leaf edges create an attractive contrast. The unique colouring and tactile foliage make this variety a standout in succulent collections and modern plant displays.
Highly drought tolerant and easy to care for, ‘Silver Drops’ thrives in bright positions with well-drained soil and requires minimal watering once established. Its compact habit makes it ideal for containers, indoor displays, rockeries, and water-wise gardens. Mature plants may occasionally produce clusters of small, tubular flowers, although the ornamental foliage remains its main attraction throughout the year.

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Mature height
0.6 to 1m
Mature width
0.4 to 0.6m
Spacing
0.4 to 0.6m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Silvery-green velvety foliage with chocolate-brown leaf margins; small yellowish to orange tubular flowers
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to summer (occasionally)
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance
Very low maintenance; drought tolerant once established. Grow in well-drained succulent or cactus soil and allow the soil to dry completely between waterings. Protect from frost and avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
Root System
Compact, shallow fibrous root system suitable for containers, indoor displays, rockeries, and succulent gardens