{"product_id":"medusa-elk-horn-kalanchoe-kalanchoe-medusa","title":"Medusa Elk Horn Kalanchoe - Kalanchoe 'Medusa'","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedusa Elk Horn Kalanchoe (\u003cem\u003eKalanchoe\u003c\/em\u003e 'Medusa') is a sculptural succulent that grows to about 1m tall and wide. An upright rosette of large, flat, grey-green leaves edged in dark red branches into jagged, antler-like shapes as the plant matures. It is a striking choice for waterwise beds and big containers in frost-free gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNothing else looks like it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Instead of a neat round rosette, the leaves branch and fork like antlers, which gives a plant with real presence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDark red edges.\u003c\/strong\u003e The grey-green leaves are outlined in red, and full sun brings out more colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBig for a succulent.\u003c\/strong\u003e It reaches about 1m in both directions, enough to anchor a bed or fill a large pot on its own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaterwise and easy.\u003c\/strong\u003e A drink every fortnight in warm weather keeps it lush, and it almost dries out over winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlenty to share.\u003c\/strong\u003e It produces young plants, or pups, around the base that you can pot up and give away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaterwise garden beds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart in a sunny, free draining bed. Give each plant space, because its branching shape needs room to be seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge pots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e One plant in a big, heavy pot makes a bold entry or courtyard feature, and the pot can be moved under cover in a cold spell. It is toxic to pets, so keep it away from places where they chew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGravel gardens and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its grey tones suit gravel, stone and rendered walls, and it holds its shape with almost no maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Medusa Elk Horn Kalanchoe in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in full sun, where it develops the best colour. It is for frost-free areas and must be protected from single digit temperatures (anything under 10C), so it suits tropical and subtropical gardens outdoors. Elsewhere, grow it in a large pot and bring it under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining or even rocky soil, in a pot or the garden. Keep the crown above the soil level so water cannot collect around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water fortnightly in the warmer months to keep plants looking lush, then reduce in winter so the soil almost dries out. Fertilise in spring with an organic liquid feed mixed at half strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e None is needed. When a potted plant becomes crowded with pups, lift the young plants out and re-pot them or share them with neighbours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Medusa Elk Horn Kalanchoe as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly once planted. It arrives as a small plant, and the antler shape builds slowly as it grows toward its full 1m. The tube is supplied by our grower and is sometimes unavailable. When it shows as sold out the grower has none, and the notify button on the page emails you the day the tube is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kalanchoes\"\u003eSee every kalanchoe we sell\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/waterwise-garden-guide-sustainable-tips-and-plant-selections\"\u003eA guide to creating a waterwise garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drought-tolerant-plants\"\u003eDrought tolerant plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/succulents\"\u003eSucculents for gardens and pots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it handle cold weather?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot well. It needs protection from anything under 10C, so grow it outdoors only in frost-free areas, and use a pot you can move under cover elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does it grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 1m tall and 1m wide. The leaves branch further as the plant ages, so allow space for the antler shape to develop without crowding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Kalanchoes are toxic to cats and dogs if eaten, so keep this one out of reach or in a part of the garden pets do not visit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790348026175,"sku":"KAL-HYB-MEDUSA-tube","price":17.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/medusa-elk-horn-kalanchoe-kalanchoe-medusa.jpg?v=1792208766","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/medusa-elk-horn-kalanchoe-kalanchoe-medusa","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}