🌵 Kalanchoe ‘Flap Jack’ – Paddle Plant (4" Pot) 🌞
Botanical Name: Kalanchoe luciae
Common Names: Paddle Plant, Desert Cabbage, Dog Tongue
✨ Product Description
Turn heads with the bold and beautiful Kalanchoe ‘Flap Jack’! 💖 This striking succulent features smooth, gray-green, paddle-shaped leaves edged with red or pink, creating a stunning contrast. The leaves are dusted with a soft white powdery coating, protecting them from intense sun — nature’s built-in sunscreen!
As the seasons change, cooler temps and bright sunlight bring out vibrant crimson edges, making this a showpiece in any succulent collection. 🌞 Perfect for both containers and sunny garden spots, it’s low-maintenance and thrives on neglect.
📏 Plant Details
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Pot Size: 4" nursery pot
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Mature Size: 12–18" tall, 6–12" wide
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Growth Habit: Upright rosette
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Bloom Time: Late winter to early spring (clusters of fragrant yellow flowers)
🌱 Growing Zones
☀️ Light & Water
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Light: Full sun outdoors ☀️ | Bright, indirect to direct light indoors
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Water: Infrequent watering — allow soil to dry completely between waterings 💧
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Soil: Fast-draining cactus or succulent mix
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Temperature: Prefers 60–85°F; protect from frost ❄️
🌿 Care Tips
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Best leaf color develops with bright light + cool nights
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Avoid overwatering — root rot is the only real threat
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Use gloves when handling; powdery coating is delicate
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Fertilize lightly during active growth (spring & summer)
📦 Shipping Notes
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Securely packaged for safe arrival 📦
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Plants may vary slightly in shape and color due to natural growth 🌱
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Some soil may loosen in transit — gently brush leaves and water after unpacking