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Crassula 'Pangolin'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 2"-12"

planting zones

  • 9b-12

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Crassula 'Pangolin' plant details

Crassula 'Pangolin' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In summer cream and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crassula 'Pangolin'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 2 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in summer
Uses: rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crassula 'Pangolin'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Crassula ‘Pangolin’ truly lives up to its name! The foliage resembles the scaled skin of the illusive, ant-eating animal. This slow growing succulent variety has cupped, overlapping, powdery grey green leaves in an upright column. Displays spherical clusters with tiny, creamy white flowers. Crassula are small, slow-growing, low maintenance plants. 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. Crassula ‘Pangolin’ is especially happy sitting on your windowsill as a houseplant. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost! Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

Gardening facts about Crassula 'Pangolin' plant

How to Grow Crassula 'Pangolin'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • cream
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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