Crassula Sarmentosa (Trailing Jade)

Description

The Trailing Jade, officially Crassula Sarmentosa, is a wonderfully fast-growing vining succulent with shiny, ovate leaves of rich green and finely serrated edges tinged red. From tuberous, multi-branching underground bases in its native South Africa, this creeping succulent produces vines that trail, climb or hang giving it a free, scrambling habit which is refreshing to see in contrast with more symmetrical rosette forming succulents. Its foliage becomes more intensely coloured as the light and seasons change, taking on shades of red and pink most intensely at its leaf margins.

Crassula Sarmentosa Ideal for trailing from hanging baskets and containers, or as an informal groundcover in rockeries or exposed areas where it can climb and scramble around. This plant will climb readily up a small support or will meander amongst other foliage plants in a mixed container adding an interest all of its own. As it is relatively fast growing, it tends to fill out rapidly and soon a single plant is a substantial size.

Crassula Sarmentosa is a super easy care succulent if you want an easy and fast growing hanging plant that needs to be in bright filtered light, this guy will burn into crisps in too much sun. Remember to always use a soak and dry method to water your Crassula, and let the soil almost completely dry between waterings as these succulents tolerate more drying than sitting in a waterlogged soil. Grown properly the succulent will grow vigorously and eventually bloom with star shaped clusters of white- pink small blooms in winter.

Key Features

• Bright green, serrated leaves with red-tinged margins that deepen in colour with more light
• Trailing, climbing, or mat-forming growth habit unlike typical rosette succulents
• Fast-growing and quick to fill out hanging baskets or garden beds
• Highly drought-tolerant once established
• Low-maintenance and easy to propagate from leaves, cuttings, or offsets
• Works well in hanging baskets, rock gardens, and mixed succulent containers
• Clusters of small white to pink star shaped flowers in the winter
• A colourful, versatile addition for trailing succulent displays

Care at a Glance

Product Specifications

What's in the Box

• 1 × Live Crassula Sarmentosa plant
• 1 × Pot (Bare-rooted/Pot: Optional)
• Well-draining potting mix
• Basic care guide

Important Notes

• Natural variation in leaf colour, red-edge intensity, and trail length is normal from plant to plant
• It's normal to experience some leaf drop during shipping for most succulents, and it should recover in a week or two
• When unpacking the plant, do not put it directly in direct, strong afternoon sun right away-ease it into it gradually.
• Keep away from overwatering and waterlogging, as this succulent is more forgiving of underwatering than overwatering
• Occasionally pinch back overgrown and leggy stems to encourage a bushier fuller plant
• This plant is generally considered non-toxic, but as with any plant, discourage pets and children from chewing on it

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is going on with my Crassula Sarmentosa leaves turning pink?

A: They usually start getting that pink and red colour with bright light, and some stress on the environment like temperature, and some dry conditions, but as long as your plant remains in the shade and stay humid it stays entirely green so place them where they are getting a bit brighter and the pink/red will slowly show.

Q: How much water should I be giving this?

A: Soak and let it thoroughly dry out before watering, around once every 12-16 days or so depending on the environment. This plant does not like to have its roots water logged, better to underwater than to overwater.

Q: Can Crassula Sarmentosa be grown inside? 

A: Yes, this crassula also adapts to growing inside close to a bright window. Make sure not to expose the plant to direct sunlight a bit too much that it will burn its leaves and stem.

Q: How quickly does this plant grow? 

A: This grows quickly for a succulent and will easily produce shoots from the base; the plant will fill a hanging basket, container or the ground in one or two years.

Q: Does this plant need fertiliser?

A: Once a month during the spring and summertime using a balanced and even fertilizer, with low nitrogen will help your plant during this phase of its life. During the summertime it should not be fertilized since it rests. 

Q: Is the Crassula Sarmentosa safe to be around pets?

A: This plant is a safe addition for animal and human life. Dogs and cats can both enjoy the non-toxic characteristics of this succulent. It is not recommended that your pets consume any of the houseplants.