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Crassula ovata 'Obliqua'

Also Known As

  • Crassula argentea [pointed]
  • Crassula ovata [pointed]
  • Dollar Tree
  • Jade Plant
  • Money Tree

Plant type

shrub, cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Crassula ovata 'Obliqua' plant details

Crassula ovata 'Obliqua' is an evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with green foliage. In winter pink and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crassula ovata 'Obliqua'

Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in winter
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, tropical-looking, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crassula ovata 'Obliqua'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Crassula argentea 'Pointed' a version of the regular "Jade" but with a very pronounced point at the end of each fleshy leaf. Its leaves are attached to the branch in a more upright angle.

Gardening facts about Crassula ovata 'Obliqua' plant

How to Grow Crassula ovata 'Obliqua'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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