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Crassula sarmentosa 'Comet'

Also Known As

  • Crassula sarmentosa 'Variegata'
  • Crassula sarmentosa (Little Prince)

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 15"-18"

planting zones

  • 9a-12

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Crassula sarmentosa 'Comet' plant details

Crassula sarmentosa 'Comet' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with chartreuse, gold, green and variegated foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crassula sarmentosa 'Comet'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 15 IN - 18 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, hanging basket, houseplant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crassula sarmentosa 'Comet'

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Crassula sarmentosa is a mounding succulent species with columns of stacked, green leaves with lime/yellow margins. It produces pink blooms in the fall that open to white flowers.

Gardening facts about Crassula sarmentosa 'Comet' plant

How to Grow Crassula sarmentosa 'Comet'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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