Jade Plant
Synonym: Crassula portulacea, Crassula 'argenta', Crassula argentea
Family: Crassulaceae
 Variegated Jade Plant (Crassula ovata 'Tricolor') |
Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 8,9,12-24 USDA: 9b-11 Heat Tolerance: Avoid full sun in summer in Phoenix will cook it Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade Origin: South Africa (Eastern Cape) Growth Habits: Succulent shrub, the wild variety can reach 9 feet (2.7 m) when planted outside Watering Needs: Little water in summer, none in winter Propagation: Stem cuttings, leaf cuttings |
The jade plant can grow outside in Phoenix, but needs a warm micro-climate in winter, and protection from direct sun in summer. The lesions due to the sun in summer vary from scorched leaves to rotting stems. If it happens, it is time to put it in a cooler place.
Cultural Practices:
Crassulas are sensitive to mealybugs.
Blooming Habits:
Clusters of pink flowers in winter.
Fruiting Habits:
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