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Crassula volkensii

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 4"-12"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 9b-12

Crassula volkensii plant details

Crassula volkensii is an evergreen cactus / succulent with burgundy and green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crassula volkensii

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy and green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crassula volkensii

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

Gardening facts about Crassula volkensii plant

How to Grow Crassula volkensii

  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Soil Needs

    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • burgundy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
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