Crassula spathulata

Common names: Dainty Crassula (E);

Native to: Southern Africa

Groundcover, Succulent

Crassula spathulata

EVERGREEN

FULL SUN

SEMI FROST HARDY

LOW WATER REQUIREMENTS

FAST GROWER

ATTRACTS INSECTS

FLOWER COLOUR:

AVERAGE SIZE:

0.3m x 0.4m

DESCRIPTION

Crassula spathulata is a fairly hardy, mat-forming evergreen succulent groundcover which bears spikes of dainty light pink flowers. The leaves are small, rubbery and spade-shaped, with finely scalloped edges. It makes an excellent groundcover as it spreads very quickly.

WILDLIFE & ECOLOGICAL BENEFITS

This plant attracts bees and butterflies.

WATER REQUIREMENTS

Water moderately .

MAINTENANCE

Crassula is low maintenance and can be cut back to keep the rapid growth in check.

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