Crassula Ovata Gollum Succulent Plant

Trumpet Jade

Family

Crassulaceae

Origin

Eastern Cape, South Africa

Environment

Jade plants grows best in full sun (but will tolerate part sun) and requires average to poor, sharply drained soil with a neutral pH, They thrive in rocky or sandy dry soil and readily survive on modest rainfall alone. Excessive moisture will cause root and stem rot, particularly if soil is not a fast-draining.

Description

Crassula Ovata Gollum is a rubbery-stemmed evergreen shrub with with interesting tubular leaves that have a reddish tint. They grow up to 3 feet (90 cm) tall and up to 2 feet (60) wide. It produces a wealth of tiny, starry white or pinkish flowers borne in small clusters

Gollum has a stout succulent, segmented, branching trunk, it can be shaped to create spectacular bonsai forms.

Landscape Use

Suitable for Container, Rock Garden & Xeriscaping