{"product_id":"felt-bush-3-pot","title":"Felt Bush - 3\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eFelt Bush (Kalanchoe beharensis) is a dramatic Madagascan succulent prized for its huge, arrow-shaped leaves covered in dense, velvety felt ranging from silvery to bronze-brown. The wavy, deeply lobed foliage feels suede-soft and gives the plant a sculptural, almost prehistoric look. Over time it forms a knobbly, branching trunk and can grow shrub- to small-tree-sized in the ground, though it stays compact in pots. Slow-growing and very drought-tolerant, it loves heat and bright sun, making it a superb architectural specimen for Indian gardens, terraces and large containers where its bold texture commands attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrassulaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMadagascar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-3 m in ground; smaller in pots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-2 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge velvety bronze-green triangular leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow-green to pinkish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring (mature plants only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical to subtropical (zones 10-11)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to bright light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoak-and-dry; very drought-tolerant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-draining sandy\/gritty mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-38 C; frost-sensitive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow; dislikes damp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight succulent feed in spring\/summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemove lower dead leaves to reveal trunk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 2-3 years in spring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeaf or stem cuttings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMealybugs, scale, mites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToxic to pets if ingested\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy, low-maintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA bold architectural specimen for large pots, rockeries and warm garden borders. Its felted, sculptural leaves make it a focal point in xeriscapes and modern landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn India it thrives in hot, sunny, dry spots; plant in very well-drained soil, keep it almost dry during the monsoon, and shelter from frost in north-Indian winters by moving pots indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Felt Bush?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater only when the soil is fully dry, roughly every 1-2 weeks in summer and much less in monsoon and winter. It is highly drought-tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt thrives in full sun to very bright light, which keeps the leaves richly coloured and the plant compact and sturdy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Like other Kalanchoe, it is toxic to cats and dogs if eaten. Keep it out of reach of pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it stays more compact in containers. Use a wide pot with gritty, fast-draining soil and a sunny position for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake a leaf or stem cutting, let it callus for a few days, then plant in dry gritty mix and water sparingly until roots form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves dropping?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeaf drop is usually from overwatering or cold. Let the soil dry fully, improve drainage, and protect it from frost and chilly winds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMature plants may produce small yellow-green to pinkish flowers in spring, but it is grown mainly for its dramatic foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt prefers strong sun, so indoors needs the brightest spot available. It generally performs best on terraces or sunny balconies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the lower leaves dying?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLosing lower leaves as it matures is natural and reveals the knobbly trunk. Simply remove the dead leaves to keep it tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need fertilizer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed lightly with diluted succulent fertilizer once or twice during spring and summer; avoid feeding in the cool dormant season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256119918838,"sku":"PLT-FELTBUSH-P03-NA","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/Tjj8LhE7K2Km2DKYaJqhtGdh9pne1AzOVQE3acWy.png?v=1783921449","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/felt-bush-3-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}