Crassula. A pretty flowering houseplant with leathery green leaves and terminal clusters of bicoloured flowers. Max Height 45cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers July to October. Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 40°F / 5°C.
Crassula coccinea ‘Bicolor’
A pretty flowering houseplant with leathery green leaves and terminal clusters of bicoloured flowers
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Crassula |
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Species | coccinea |
Varietry | 'Bicolor' |
Common Name | Crassula |
Flower Colour | red, white |
Soil | |
Aspect | Bright room with some direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 45cm |
Family | Crassulaceae |
Spread | 20cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Erect, Bushy |
Fragrance | TRUE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | July, October |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 40°F / 5°C |
Planting | |
Care | Water sparingly in winter, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Allow compost to dry out between waterings |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Scale, Red spider mite, Mealy bugs |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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