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Crassula Gem | Crassula
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Unit E1, 26 Sir Alfred Owen Way
Joe's Plant Place
Caerphilly CF83 3HU
United Kingdom
Crassula ovata âGemâ, commonly known as the Crassula Gem or Jade Plant, is a compact succulent with thick, glossy green leaves and a neat, branching habit. Easy to care for and highly resilient, it's an excellent choice for beginners and brings a clean, sculptural look to bright indoor spaces.
Plant Description
Descrption
Crassula ovata âGemâ, commonly known as the Crassula Gem or Jade Plant, is a compact succulent with thick, glossy green leaves and a neat, branching habit. Easy to care for and highly resilient, it's an excellent choice for beginners and brings a clean, sculptural look to bright indoor spaces.
Plant Care
Everything you need to know to keep your plant happy and thriving.
Light
Bright Light
Water
Low watering. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water sparingly during winter when growth naturally slows.
Soil
Very free-draining cactus or succulent compost with added grit or perlite to improve drainage.
Repot
Repot every 2â3 years in spring if rootbound. Move up one pot size only. Jade Plants prefer to be slightly pot-bound.
Humidity
Low
Difficulty
Beginner
đĄ Joe's Top Tip
Place it in the brightest spot you have. Plenty of light keeps growth compact and encourages the leaf edges to develop attractive red tones.
â ď¸ Common Mistake
Most people damage this plant by overwatering or planting it in compost that stays wet for too long.
đ When To Come Back To Us
Bring it back (or a photo) in 8â12 weeks if you want: ⢠Repotting advice ⢠A health check ⢠Help with pruning or propagation
đż Plant Fact
Jade Plants are often considered symbols of prosperity and good fortune, which is why they're sometimes known as "Money Plants" or "Friendship Trees."
đ Country Of Origin
South Africa