Crassula conjuncta requires bright light and an especially porous growing medium, as it typically grows in rocky quartz fields in its native South African habitat. Supplementing a cactus soil mix with perlite or course sand, coupled with infrequent but thorough watering, can help replicate this natural environment.
Considering this, how do you care for a Crassula succulent?
To avoid overwatering, soak the plant, allow it to drain completely, then wait for the soil to dry out before watering again. During cooler months, you can reduce watering, as the roots can rot in cold, wet soil. Crassula plants begin actively growing in the spring, so watch for a slight increase in watering needs.
Consequently, how often do you water a Crassula succulent?
Water thoroughly only when the soil is dry to the touch (about every 2 weeks). Never let your succulents sit in water and do NOT water on the leaves. Don’t forget to learn how to water your succulents the right way. You can water more often if you live in areas with hot weather because your soil will dry out faster.
Where do you keep a Crassula plant in the house?
Jade plants can be grown indoors and outdoors. It is better to keep this plant in front of the office or in the office cubicle to invite good fortune and prosperity. When placed in southeast it attracts energized monetary luck for good business or more income.
How do you know when a succulent needs water?
The best way to tell whether your succulent is being over or underwatered is by the appearance of the leaves. An underwatered plant will have wrinkly, shriveled up leaves whereas an overwatered plant will have soft, mushy, almost translucent leaves.
Why is my Crassula plant dying?
The reason for a dying jade plant is commonly too much moisture around the roots due to overwatering and damp soil. Jade plants turn yellow and droop with a dying appearance due to root rot because of watering too often and slow draining soils. Jade plants can lose their leaves due to overwatering and underwatering.
Why do succulents turn red?
Some succulent plants naturally get reddish tips on their leaves when exposed to full sun or extreme heat. The plant is coping with the extreme heat by producing a red pigment (carotenoids) on its foliage to protect itself from sunburn.
How fast does Crassula grow?
With just a bit of care, it can grow to be between 3 and 6 feet tall, but it does so slowly, growing about 2 inches a year.
