Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’ – Silver Spoons Kalanchoe
Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’ – Silver Spoons Kalanchoe
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*** Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only. As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons.No guarantee is giventhat supplied plants will fall within the stated range. If minimum heights are required, you mustconfirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase. Variation in height is normal andis not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.
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About Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’ – Silver Spoons Kalanchoe
Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’, commonly known as Silver Spoons Kalanchoe, is an evergreen succulent prized for its striking silver-grey foliage and compact architectural habit. The spoon-shaped leaves are covered in a fine silvery coating that reflects light beautifully, creating strong contrast against surrounding greenery and making it a standout feature in contemporary and waterwise landscapes.
It performs best in full sun to partial shade and free-draining soils, adapting well to coastal gardens, dry climates, and low-maintenance landscapes. Once established, Silver Spoons Kalanchoe develops excellent drought tolerance and requires minimal care. The soft silver foliage provides year-round interest and complements both modern and Mediterranean-style planting schemes.
They look excellent when used as feature plants, succulent gardens, decorative containers, rockeries, courtyards, and waterwise landscapes where foliage colour and texture are desired. Its compact growth habit and distinctive silver foliage make it particularly effective when planted alongside darker-leaved succulents and architectural plants.
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Key Information to Know
Evergreen / Deciduous
Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’ – Silver Spoons Kalanchoe is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: 60cm - 1m
Mature Width: 60cm - 1m
Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’ – Silver Spoons Kalanchoe is expected to grow 15cm - 30cm per year under suitable conditions.
Frost Tolerance
Is Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’ – Silver Spoons Kalanchoe frost tolerant?
Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’ – Silver Spoons Kalanchoe is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.
Flowering Information
Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’ produces clusters of small orange-yellow tubular flowers during winter and spring. The blooms create a colourful seasonal display above the foliage, although the plant is primarily valued for its distinctive spoon-shaped silver-grey leaves that provide year-round ornamental appeal.
Native Information
Is Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’ – Silver Spoons Kalanchoe an Australian Native? No
Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’ – Silver Spoons Kalanchoe is Native to Cultivar of Kalanchoe bracteata, a species native to Madagascar.
Wildlife Value
Its seasonal flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinators during the flowering period, supporting biodiversity within succulent and waterwise landscapes. The dense silvery foliage also provides sheltered microhabitats for beneficial insects within garden settings.
Sunlight Information
Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’ – Silver Spoons Kalanchoe will thrive best in:
Preffered Soil
Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’ performs best in free-draining sandy or loam soils with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. It will also tolerate poorer soils, rocky sites and container growing provided drainage remains excellent. Avoid heavy clay or persistently wet conditions, as excess moisture can lead to root and stem problems. Allow the soil to dry between watering once established to maintain healthy growth, foliage colour and long-term vigour.
Botanical Information
Botanical Information
Botanical Information
Common Name: Silver Spoons Kalanchoe
Genus: Kalanchoe
Botanical Species: bracteata
Family: Crassulaceae
Botanical Name: Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’
Landscape Uses
Landscape Uses
Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’ – Silver Spoons Kalanchoe works in an:
Planting, Spacing & Care
Planting, Spacing & Care
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Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’ – Silver Spoons Kalanchoe is expected to grow 15cm - 30cm per year under suitable conditions.
Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting
Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting
Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.
- 30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
- 40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
- 50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
- 100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
- 150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
- 200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
- 300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
- 400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
- 500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
- 750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
- 1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
- 2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)
Ideal Conditions
Ideal Conditions
Thrives in
Frost Tolerance
Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.
Drought Tolerance
As a young plant it benefits from occasional watering to establish a healthy root system, particularly during extended dry periods. Once established, Silver Spoons Kalanchoe shows excellent drought tolerance and performs reliably through prolonged dry conditions with minimal supplementary watering.
Flowering Information
Flowering Information
Does Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’ – Silver Spoons Kalanchoe flower?
Flowering Period:
Flower Type:
Flower Colour:
Not Applicable
Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’ produces clusters of small orange-yellow tubular flowers during winter and spring. The blooms create a colourful seasonal display above the foliage, although the plant is primarily valued for its distinctive spoon-shaped silver-grey leaves that provide year-round ornamental appeal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
