Jade Plant. An impressive succulent with fleshy mid-green leaves with red margins and pretty white star shaped flowers. Max Height 1.1m. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers August to October. Full sun. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Crassula ovata
An impressive succulent with fleshy mid-green leaves with red margins and pretty white star shaped flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Crassula |
|---|---|
| Species | ovata |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Jade Plant |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.1m |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect, Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, red |
| Flowers From | August, October |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Water sparingly in winter |
| Border | Conservatory plant, Houseplant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs, Aphids |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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