Crassula ovata
Jade Plant
Description
Crassula ovata is an evergreen shrub that grows to 3'-10' tall and 3'-6' wide with gray green, oval, glossy, leathery leaves with red margins (more red appears with more sun). During the winter and spring, small pale pink, fragrant flowers cover the plant. It likes afternoon shade, low watering, and will live in any type of well drained soil. It can be grown as a houseplant but will not bloom. Trunk and branches are thick and gnarled. Flowers attract bees, wasps, butterflies, flies and beetles. Looks great in containers.
Plant Type
Shrub, Succulent
Height Range
1-3', 3-6'
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Poor
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Seascape
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Swimming Pool
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Hedge
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Irrigate in the early morning to minimize evaporation.