Silver Jade Plant. An impressive succulent with fleshy grey-green leaves with red margins and pretty pink star shaped flowers. Max Height 1.6m. Max Spread 1.2m. Flowers August to October. Full sun. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Crassula arborescens
An impressive succulent with fleshy grey-green leaves with red margins and pretty pink star shaped flowers
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Crassula |
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Species | arborescens |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Silver Jade Plant |
Flower Colour | pink |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 1.6m |
Family | Crassulaceae |
Spread | 1.2m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | 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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