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Kalanchoe 'Sahara Shadows' 10.5cm

Name: Kalanchoe 'Sahara Shadows' 10.5cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: KalanchSahara10.5cm
Price: 7.9 EUR
Availability: InStock

€7,90

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Kalanchoe thyrsiflora 'Sahara Shadows'

Family: Crassulaceae • Pot diameter: 10.5 cm • Height: 15 cm

From green to “I’m sunbathing” mode ☀️

Also known as “desert rose”, Kalanchoe thyrsiflora 'Sahara Shadows' has grey-green leaves that develop red edges in the sun. Hardy, decorative and suitable for both indoor and outdoor spaces.

Crassulaceae Perennial Very bright light Easy care Foliage

Light

☀️ Very bright

Avoid harsh midday sun

Watering

💧 Sparse

Only when fully dry

Temperature

🌡️ >8°C

Not frost-hardy

Flowering

🌸 Winter

Coral bell-shaped flowers

What makes it special

🔥 Red leaf edges in strong light
🌿 Easy to grow in bright, dry conditions
🏜️ Desert rose look with strong contrast

Ideal use

🪴 As a collectible succulent
🌿 On verandas, balconies or bright indoor spots
🏡 For modern styling with natural colour

Where to place it

Place it in very bright positions, with protection from midday sun during summer. It is suitable for balconies, gardens and bright indoor spaces.

What to pair it with

🌵 With other succulents and cacti
🌸 With flowering Kalanchoe
🪴 With plants that have strong foliage colour

Origin of the variety

Kalanchoe thyrsiflora is a South African species, popular for its large, rounded leaves. The improved variety 'Sahara Shadows' was developed for stronger red colouring on the foliage. It is loved by collectors for its resilience and ornamental value.

1) Substrate: Very well-draining mix with sand and/or pumice.

2) Watering: Only when completely dry. Minimal watering in winter.

3) Temperature/Light: Very bright position, above 8°C.

🔎 Detail	Information
🌿 Species	Kalanchoe thyrsiflora 'Sahara Shadows'
🪴 Pot/Size	10.5 cm • 15 cm height
☀️ Light	Very bright position, avoiding midday sun
💧 Watering	Sparse; only when dry
🌡️ Temperature	Above 8°C, no frost
📈 Growth	Succulent, upright growth
🧪 Toxicity	Toxic to pets — caution if ingested

💡 Tip: For stronger red colour, place it in bright light with cooler temperatures in autumn.

🤔 Did you know? The leaf colour changes with the seasons: in winter it becomes greener, while in summer sun it can “flare up” red.

Why you’ll love it

🔥 Strong red leaf colouring.
🌿 Resilient and easy to care for.
🏜️ Desert rose appearance.

🧠 Greenleaf for plant geeks — scientific facts nobody asked for

🧬 It belongs to the family Crassulaceae, known for succulents with CAM photosynthesis (Crassulacean Acid Metabolism).
🌱 The species Kalanchoe thyrsiflora stands out for its large, rounded leaves arranged in rosettes.
🧫 The variety 'Sahara Shadows' was selected for the strong red pigment (anthocyanins) in its leaves.
✂️ It propagates easily from leaves or rosette cuttings.
🌡️ Colour is influenced by light intensity, temperature and nutrition.

☀️ What light does it need?

A very bright position, avoiding midday sun.

💧 How often should it be watered?

Only when fully dry. Very little in winter.

🌡️ What temperatures can it tolerate?

Above 8°C. Protect from frost.

🌱 What substrate does it need?

A well-draining mix with sand, perlite and pumice.

🔎 Note: Due to the natural diversity of plants, the plant you receive may differ slightly from the one shown in the photo. Shape, size or colour may vary depending on the season, growing conditions and the natural character of each plant.

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Kalanchoe 'Sahara Shadows' 10.5cm

Kalanchoe 'Sahara Shadows' 10.5cm

Kalanchoe thyrsiflora 'Sahara Shadows'

Light

Watering

Temperature

Flowering

What makes it special

Ideal use

Where to place it

What to pair it with

Kalanchoe 'Sahara Shadows' 10.5cm — Care & Tips

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With specially designed boxes, we ensure that the plants will reach you intact, no matter what they encounter on the way!

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The cardboard used for the boxes is specially made to provide resistance to potential impacts during transport.

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