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Crassula ovata 'Tricolor Hobbit'

Also Known As

  • Crassula ovata 'Red Coral'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 3'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Crassula ovata 'Tricolor Hobbit' plant details

Crassula ovata 'Tricolor Hobbit' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green and red foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crassula ovata 'Tricolor Hobbit'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, tropical-looking, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crassula ovata 'Tricolor Hobbit'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This fun plant makes a great houseplant as it tolerates low-light. Its tall, succulent leaves turn around on themselves in a tubular style and the tips will turn red with exposure to light. A small, slow-growing, low maintenance plant. Provide a well-drained soil away from reflected heat. Once established, water infrequently during the hot season. Ideal in warm climate landscapes and container gardens. ‘Tricolor Hobbit’ is especially happy sitting on your windowsill as a houseplant. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ plant from frost!

Gardening facts about Crassula ovata 'Tricolor Hobbit' plant

How to Grow Crassula ovata 'Tricolor Hobbit'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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