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Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Teddy Bear'

Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Teddy Bear'

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  •   Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Teddy Bear', also called Teddy Bear Plant, is a succulent in the Crassulaceae family native to the rocky highlands of Madagascar. It adapts easily to indoor life, thanks to its origins in arid terrain where dry air and lean soil are standard conditions.

      Teddy Bear grows upright and compact, typically reaching around 12 inches tall with a structured, sculptural form. Its plump, spoon-shaped leaves are densely covered in velvety silver-white fuzz that gives the plant its teddy bear appearance. The leaf tips are rimmed with rusty-brown to chocolate markings that create stark contrast against the silvery coating.

      Teddy Bear is grown primarily for its textured foliage rather than flowers, and it rarely blooms indoors without specific cool-night conditions. Small tubular blossoms may appear after prolonged cooler temperatures, but bloom information for this cultivar is limited, so treat any flowering as a bonus.

      Move it to a bright windowsill, home office under LED lighting, or a sheltered sunny patio in summer. Rotate it every few weeks so all sides receive even light and the upright form stays balanced. You can leave it up to ten days without water. Keep Teddy Bear on a high shelf out of reach of cats, dogs, and small children, since it is toxic if eaten.

  •   Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Teddy Bear' grows well in bright indirect light and can scorch under intense south-facing window sun.

      Water it every 10 to 14 days in spring and summer, reducing to once every 3 to 4 weeks in winter.

      Teddy Bear does best in a well-draining cactus and succulent mix blended with perlite for extra aeration.

      It prefers temperatures between 60 and 80°F and should be protected from frost and cold snaps below 50°F.

      Teddy Bear is a slow grower that needs only a light balanced liquid feed once a month during active growth.

      It is hardy in USDA zones 9 through 11, tolerating outdoor conditions where temperatures stay above 25 to 30°F. It grows outdoors year-round in sheltered spots in California, Arizona, Nevada, Texas, Florida, Hawaii, and Louisiana. It also grows well outside through the milder months in warmer coastal areas of Oregon, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama, Mississippi, and parts of New Mexico.
  • Q: How often should I water Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Teddy Bear'?
    A: Every 10 to 14 days during the growing season. Cut back to once every 3 to 4 weeks in winter. Watch for slight wilting in the leaves as an indicator of thirst.

    Q: Is it safe around pets and children?
    A: Kalanchoe tomentosa 'Teddy Bear' is toxic if eaten, so keep it on a high shelf well out of reach of cats, dogs, and small children.

    Q: Does Teddy Bear need a lot of light?
    A: No. It grows well in bright indirect light and can even manage under quality office LEDs. Avoid placing it in intense south-facing sun, which can scorch the fuzzy leaves.

    Q: How fast does the plant grow?
    A: Teddy Bear is a slow grower, so it stays compact and tidy without needing much pruning.

    Q: Can Teddy Bear Plant survive a trip away from home?
    A: Yes. It can go up to ten days without water.

    Q: How do I propagate this succulent?
    A: Teddy Bear Plant propagates easily from leaf or stem cuttings. Let the cuttings callous for a day or two, then place them on dry succulent soil where they will root.

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