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Crassula 'Buddha's Temple'

Also Known As

  • Crassula Kimnachi

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 4"-6"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Crassula 'Buddha's Temple' plant details

Crassula 'Buddha's Temple' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring, summer and winter pink and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crassula 'Buddha's Temple'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 IN - 6 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring, summer and winter
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crassula 'Buddha's Temple'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Crassula pyramidalis ‘Buddha’s Temple’ is an amazing succulent with columns of stacked, grey green leaves in a distinct, geometric pattern that really draws in the eye. The cupped, upward facing leaves arrive four at a time and may flush reddish brown when happily stressed by sun exposure and drought conditions. Displays spherical clusters of tiny, pale pink flowers. Provide a well-drained soil away from reflected heat. Once established, water infrequently during the hot season. Ideal in warm climate landscapes and containers. Crassula pyramidalis ‘Buddha’s Temple’ is especially happy sitting on your windowsill as a houseplant. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!
Crassula pyramidalis 'Buddha's Temple' is a stunning succulent forming small, upright towers of tightly packed, succulent leaves in opposite pairs that curl upwards at the tip creating one of the most intriguing leaf patterns we've ever seen. It is a hybrid of C. pyramidalis and C. perfoliata var. minor. Water well when soil is dry but be cautious in winter as cold, wet soil will cause root rot.

Gardening facts about Crassula 'Buddha's Temple' plant

How to Grow Crassula 'Buddha's Temple'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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