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
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Drought tolerance: High
Frost tolerance: Low
Wind tolerance: Medium
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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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