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The triangular leaves are covered in a soft felt-like texture that catches the light, creating dramatic visual contrast in dry, contemporary and Mediterranean-style gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the dry rocky slopes of Madagascar, Kalanchoe beharensis performs reliably in full sun through to part shade with free-draining soil. Once established it is exceptionally drought tolerant, handles heat with ease, and develops a sculptural branching form with age that softens with each season. It is sensitive to frost and to wet feet, so it does best in warm protected positions or as a striking feature in generous containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an architectural evergreen succulent for contemporary, Mediterranean, succulent and dry gardens, in courtyards, large pots and high-impact feature positions, Kalanchoe beharensis brings velvety silver foliage, sculptural form, year-round texture and exceptional drought tolerance to warm Australian climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:44px 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:1.5px;margin:0 0 8px;padding-top:32px;border-top:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.25);text-transform:uppercase;color:currentColor;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 24px;color:currentColor;opacity:0.65;font-size:14px;font-style:italic;\"\u003eAbout Kalanchoe beharensis Felt Bush\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.25);padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:currentColor;\"\u003eWhat is Kalanchoe beharensis?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:currentColor;opacity:0.85;\"\u003eKalanchoe beharensis, commonly known as Felt Bush or Velvet Leaf Kalanchoe, is a striking evergreen succulent shrub from Madagascar valued for its large velvety silver-grey triangular leaves and sculptural architectural form. It is one of the most distinctive succulents available for warm Australian gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.25);padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:currentColor;\"\u003eHow big does Felt Bush grow?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:currentColor;opacity:0.85;\"\u003eKalanchoe beharensis grows to a mature size of approximately 2 to 4 metres tall and 1.5 to 3 metres wide, forming an upright sculptural branching shrub over time. Growth is moderate at 20 to 50 cm per year in suitable conditions, and the plant develops increasing character and gnarled branching with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.25);padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:currentColor;\"\u003eWhere does Kalanchoe beharensis grow best?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:currentColor;opacity:0.85;\"\u003eKalanchoe beharensis performs best in warm climates with full sun to part shade, free-draining soil and protection from frost. It thrives in tropical and subtropical Queensland, coastal NSW, warm parts of Sydney and Adelaide, and is best grown in pots in cooler climates so it can be moved under cover through winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.25);padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:currentColor;\"\u003eIs Felt Bush drought tolerant?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:currentColor;opacity:0.85;\"\u003eYes. Kalanchoe beharensis is exceptionally drought tolerant once established, reflecting its origins on the dry rocky slopes of Madagascar. Through establishment it needs only light watering, and once established it thrives on natural rainfall and minimal supplementary watering. 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