Crassula ovata 'Gollum'

Crassula ovata 'Gollum'

Crassula ovata 'Gollum'

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Crassula ovata 'Gollum', also known as Gollum Jade, is a striking and unique succulent with elongated, tubular green leaves that have red-tinged tips. Its fleshy, curled leaves resemble tiny suction cups or trumpets, giving it an eye-catching, sculptural appearance. This hardy plant forms a compact, bushy shape, making it an excellent feature plant for pots, rock gardens, and succulent displays. In late autumn to winter, it produces clusters of small, star-shaped pinkish-white flowers, adding seasonal interest.

Growing Requirements:
Thrives in full sun to part shade and requires well-draining soil. It is extremely drought-tolerant, needing minimal watering once established.

Unique Features:

  • Unusual tubular leaves with red tips.
  • Drought-hardy and low-maintenance.
  • Slow-growing and compact, making it ideal for small spaces.
  • Produces small pinkish-white flowers in cooler months.

Uses & Display Suggestions:
Perfect for rock gardens, succulent collections, container gardening, bonsai-style displays, and indoor décor.

Light requirement: Full Sun and Part sun/part shade

Water requirement: Low

Watering frequency:

Soil: Well-Draining, Sandy, Rocky

Skill level: Beginner

Growth rate: Slow

Suitable for containers: Yes

More info: Plant in well-draining, sandy, or rocky soil. Water sparingly and allow the soil to dry out between watering. Avoid overwatering, especially in winter.

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Drought tolerance: High

Frost tolerance: Low

Wind tolerance: Medium

Disease and pest susceptibility: Generally pest and disease-resistant, but can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered.

Mature height: 75 cm

Mature width: 65 cm

Suitable for shaping: Yes

Colour: Green with red-tinged tips

Variegation: No

Size: Small/medium

Seasonality: Evergreen

Flowering: Yes; but primarily grown for it's foliage

Flower colour: Pinkish-White

Flower fragrant: No

Flowering season: Late Autumn to Winter

Fruit: No

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