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Crassula 'Gandalf'

Also Known As

  • Gandalf Jade Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 9b-12

Crassula 'Gandalf' plant details

The true Crassula 'Gandalf', a hybrid between Crassula mesembryanthemopsis and C. deceptor. Not to be confused with the Crassula ovata selection sometimes sold as Crassula ovata 'Gandalf', which is likely an illegitimate renaming of 'Hobbit'.

Crassula 'Gandalf' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green and red foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crassula 'Gandalf'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crassula 'Gandalf'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Crassula 'Gandalf' plant

How to Grow Crassula 'Gandalf'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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