A strong growing, unique succulent with startling seasonal colour changes. Leaves are broad, thick and heavy, with an irregularly lobed margin; they curl slightly upwards. Leaves are mid-green in light shade and during the rainfall season, becoming dark maroon in dry soils and cold temperatures. Flowers are acid yellow, making a strong statement when combined with the dry, cold maroon-leaf stage. They’re made up of a clutch of small tubular flowers carried at the tips of tall branching stems. Plants grow fast and attract bees, butterflies and other insects. Use the Red-leaved Kalanchoe in a rockery and aloe garden. It shows to great effect alongside the grey-red leaves and white flowers of Kalanchoe thyrsiflora. A great choice for coastal gardens.