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Crassula rupestris Tom Thumb

Botanical Name: Common Names:
Crassula rupestris Tom Thumb Kebab Bush, Concertina Bush, Coral in a Bowl, Succulent,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Succulents & Cacti Spreading, Upright

Description:
Attractive dwarf trailing succulent with bright green, triangular-shaped leaves. Great to use in courtyards, pots and terrariums. Grows approx. 15cm tall x 15cm wide.

Mature Height: Mature Width:
15-30cm <30cm

Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape Use(s)
Balcony / Roof, Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Courtyard, Feature, Foliage Feature / Colour, Formal Garden, Groundcover, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Rockery, Tropical Garden, Container / Pot, Under Trees

Pests & Diseases: Aphids, Generally trouble free, Mealy Bugs

Cultural Notes:

Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods

Family Name: Origin:
Crassulaceae Africa

Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Insignificant
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Autumn
Fruit: Insignificant

Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Fast
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: Tender
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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