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    Crassula ovata 'Sunset Hobbit'

    Also Known As

    • Gollum Jade
    • Shrek's Ear Plant
    • Sunset Hobbit Jade Plant

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 2'-3'
    • W: 2'-3'

    planting zones

    • 9b-10b

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    Crassula ovata 'Sunset Hobbit' plant details

    Crassula ovata 'Sunset Hobbit' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with apricot, green and red foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Crassula ovata 'Sunset Hobbit'

    Plant type: cactus / succulent
    Plant family: crassulaceae
    Foliage: evergreen apricot, green and red
    Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Crassula ovata 'Sunset Hobbit'

    USDA Zones: 9b - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: occasional
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This cultivar produces variegated "Shrek ear" shaped leaves. C. 'Sunset Hobbit' is as easy as most other Jades. The tubular leaves that has red, yellow and orange tint in times of stress (hot or cold). This cultivar has a similar shape to 'Hobbit' with the color of 'Hummel's Sunset'.

    By: The Other Side Nursery

    Gardening facts about Crassula ovata 'Sunset Hobbit' plant

    How to Grow Crassula ovata 'Sunset Hobbit'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • red
      • apricot
      • green

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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