Description
Kalanchoe tomentosa (Chocolate Soldier)
Botanical Name: Kalanchoe tomentosa
Common Name(s): Chocolate Soldier
Kalanchoe tomentosa, commonly called Chocolate Soldier, is a unique and easy-to-care-for succulent with fuzzy blue-green leaves rimmed with chocolate brown or dark red edges. Its soft, velvety texture and compact growth make it a perfect choice for windowsills, desks, or small indoor arrangements.
Key Features:
- Fuzzy blue-green leaves rimmed with chocolate brown or dark red.
- Compact growth, ideal for small indoor spaces.
- Easy to care for and drought-tolerant.
- Toxic to Pets: Contains compounds that may be harmful if ingested.
Care Guide:
- Light: Thrives in bright, indirect sunlight. Can tolerate some direct light.
- Water: Allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Water sparingly.
- Soil: Requires a well-draining, succulent-specific potting mix.
- Temperature: Ideal range is 60°F to 75°F (16°C to 24°C). Protect from frost.
- Humidity: Prefers low indoor humidity.
- Fertilizer: Use a diluted succulent fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Why Choose Kalanchoe tomentosa?
The Chocolate Soldier’s fuzzy, uniquely colored leaves make it a standout among succulents. Its compact size and low-maintenance care make it ideal for both beginners and seasoned plant enthusiasts.
Shipping
Your plant is freshly packed and shipped directly from the greenhouses within 3 days of your order being placed. Standard delivery typically takes 2 to 5 business days after it leaves the nursery, depending on your location.
Please note that unexpected weather conditions or carrier delays may occasionally impact delivery times. If your plant arrives in less-than-perfect condition, don’t worry—just reach out within 24 hours and we’ll make it right.
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We guarantee your plant arrives fresh, healthy, and ready to thrive. If it shows up damaged or struggling, let us know within 24 hours—we’ll replace it or make it right.
Every order ships straight from the greenhouses with care, and our team is always here for plant care support.
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