Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Black Edge', also known as the Panda Plant, is a strikingly beautiful succulent noted for its unique, velvety foliage and contrasting coloration. This cultivar is a variation of the well-known Kalanchoe tomentosa and is admired for the distinctive dark edges that highlight its leaves. Native to Madagascar

Growth Habit: Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Black Edge' grows as a compact, slow-spreading succulent that forms clumps of upright, woody stems.

Leaf Characteristics: The leaves of the 'Black Edge' are what set it apart. They are thick, fleshy, and covered in fine hairs, giving them a soft, velvety texture.

Uses: Container Gardening: Ideal for container gardening, this plant can be paired with other succulents in mixed arrangements or displayed alone in a decorative pot.

Rock Gardens: It also fits well into rock garden designs or succulent gardens, where its textured leaves can contrast nicely with other plant shapes and sizes.

Advantages: Drought Tolerance: Like most succulents, 'Black Edge' is highly drought-tolerant, requiring minimal watering and making it ideal for water-wise gardening.

Low Maintenance: This plant demands very little care, thriving on neglect, which is suitable for gardeners of all skill levels.

Care Tips:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate some direct sun.

• Soil: Plant in well-draining soil, ideally a cactus or succulent mix, to enhance drainage.

The first photo serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. 

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