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Crassula swaziensis 'Variegata'

Scientific Name: Crassula swaziensis [variegated]

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 2"-4"
  • W: 3"-6"

planting zones

  • 9b-12

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Crassula swaziensis 'Variegata' plant details

Crassula swaziensis 'Variegata' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green, pink, variegated and white foliage. In winter white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crassula swaziensis 'Variegata'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in winter
Uses: rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crassula swaziensis 'Variegata'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Crassula swaziensis ‘Variegata’ is compact form of Jade Plant with oval-shaped, mounding, slightly fuzzy succulent foliage with creamy yellow variegation. The leaf edges will flush pink when happily stressed! 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. This plant is especially happy sitting on your windowsill as a houseplant. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

Gardening facts about Crassula swaziensis 'Variegata' plant

How to Grow Crassula swaziensis 'Variegata'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • pink
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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