dog tongue succulent Kalanchoe ‘Flap Jack’ – Paddle Plant (4" Pot)

dog tongue succulent Kalanchoe ‘Flap Jack’ – Paddle Plant (4" Pot)Kalanchoe Flap Jack Paddle Plant (4" Pot) Botanical Name: Kalanchoe luciaeCommon 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 natures built in sunscreen!

🌵 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

• Pot Size: 4" nursery pot

• Mature Size: 12–18" tall, 6–12" wide

• Growth Habit: Upright rosette

• Bloom Time: Late winter to early spring (clusters of fragrant yellow flowers)

🌱 Growing Zones

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 outdoors

• Indoors: Thrives year-round with bright light

☀️ Light & Water

• Light: Full sun outdoors ☀️ | Bright, indirect to direct light indoors

• Water: Infrequent watering — allow soil to dry completely between waterings 💧

• Soil: Fast-draining cactus or succulent mix

• Temperature: Prefers 60–85°F; protect from frost ❄️

🌿 Care Tips

• Best leaf color develops with bright light + cool nights

• Avoid overwatering — root rot is the only real threat

• Use gloves when handling; powdery coating is delicate

• Fertilize lightly during active growth (spring & summer)

📦 Shipping Notes

• Securely packaged for safe arrival 📦

• Plants may vary slightly in shape and color due to natural growth 🌱

• Some soil may loosen in transit — gently brush leaves and water after unpacking