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Crassula ovata (Tolkien Group)

Also Known As

  • Crassula argentea elongata
  • Jade Plant

Plant type

shrub, cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 2'-6'
  • W: 2'-6'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Crassula ovata (Tolkien Group) plant details

Crassula ovata (Tolkien Group) is an evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with green foliage. In winter white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crassula ovata (Tolkien Group)

Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in winter
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, tropical-looking, unique, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crassula ovata (Tolkien Group)

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Crassula argentea elongata has fleshy, elongated leaves that resemble trunks of elephants. Growing with a swollen fleshy trunk, branching, requiring very little care, a great houseplant. A version of the regular jade plant with elongated leaves

Gardening facts about Crassula ovata (Tolkien Group) plant

How to Grow Crassula ovata (Tolkien Group)

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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