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Crassula hirtipes

Also Known As

  • Crassula hystrix

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 2"-4"
  • W: 4"-6"

planting zones

  • 9a-12

Crassula hirtipes plant details

Crassula hirtipes is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green and red foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crassula hirtipes

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 4 IN - 6 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crassula hirtipes

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Crassula hirtipes plant

How to Grow Crassula hirtipes

  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • green
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Season

    • summer
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