I got a cutting of this plant from someone/somewhere earlier this year. Don't remember who or where! It is Kalanchoe gastonis bonnieri. And it's easy to see how it got it's common name, Donkey Ears. It grows fast and put on lots of babies, but I wasn't prepared for this. I brought it into the laundry room for the winter. Kalanchoe gastonis bonnieri ( photo / image / picture from cherylad's Garden ) Closer look at the "top" ( photo / image / picture from cherylad's Garden ) I've been watching and watching those "buds" in hope that it would actually put out flowers. And it did! Donkey Ear flower ( photo / image / picture from cherylad's Garden ) Not the most majestic bloom, but it is kinda neat!
I have never seen a Donkey's Ears bloom! You must be providing just the right conditions, and your green thumb. Congratulations!
What a cool plant and the common name is perfect for those leaves. Kalanchoe gastonis-bonnieri hint, hint, hint photos and any growing information you have learned would be greatly appreciated.
I agree....this is a very neat plant. I can't believe how pretty it is. I also agree that the bud is not the most majestic bloom but it is nice to see.
