{"product_id":"emerald-succulent-crassula-emerald","title":"Emerald Succulent - Crassula 'Emerald'","description":"\u003cp\u003eEmerald Succulent (\u003cem\u003eCrassula\u003c\/em\u003e 'Emerald') is a very slow-growing crassula that forms bright green, finger-like pillars of tightly interlocked rosettes. It stays just 10 to 15cm tall and spreads sideways in small clusters, which suits terrariums, small pots and rockery pockets. Unlike most succulents it prefers light shade to hot afternoon sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA neat, tidy shape.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tiny interlocked rosettes of deep green leaves grow in clusters and spread into little families.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade for small spaces.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 10 to 15cm it fits a terrarium, a small bowl or a pocket among rocks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHappy in light shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e It copes with bright garden shade or a bright room, places where other succulents stretch or scorch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature, contented plants carry clusters of small white starry flowers on the ends of the stalks in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery waterwise.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy and drought tolerant once established, a drink about once a month in the warmer months is enough for most conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerrariums and small bowls.\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow growth means it holds its shape for years in a glass bowl or a shallow dish of gritty mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots indoors and out.\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright, sheltered corner of the verandah or a room with strong indirect light suits it better than a hot sill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRockery pockets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuck plants 15cm apart into shaded gaps between rocks, out of the full afternoon sun, and they slowly form tight green clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Emerald Succulent in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Light shade, or bright indirect light indoors. Avoid full sun in hot afternoons, which can scorch the leaves. It suits subtropical, warm temperate, Mediterranean and arid or semi-arid gardens, and works in pots wherever the climate is too cold or damp for it outside. Protect it from frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining soil or a succulent and cactus mix. Pots need drainage holes, because wet soil around the stems is the main cause of rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water from below, into a saucer or dish, so the stem stays dry and does not rot. Once a month in the warmer months is enough for most conditions, and less in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost none. Because it grows so slowly, it holds its shape for years. Remove any dead or shrivelled rosettes with clean fingers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Emerald Succulent as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. Our grower supplies the tube stock and supply is not constant, so the tube shows as sold out when there is none. The notify button on the page emails you the day it is back. It is a slow grower, so treat what arrives as a small starter plant that will spread gradually into clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/succulents\"\u003eBrowse our succulents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jade-plants\"\u003eJade plants and crassulas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-partial-shade\"\u003ePlants for partial shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/ripple-jade-plant-unlock-elegance-in-your-space\"\u003eCrassula care for an Australian home\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it take full sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid full sun in the hot afternoon. Light shade or bright indirect light suits it best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I water it without rotting the stem?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater from below into a saucer or dish, let it drink, then drain. Once a month in the warmer months is enough for most conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does it grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery slowly. It spreads in small clusters over years, so buy it for its neat shape rather than for quick cover.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790291534143,"sku":"CRA-HYB-EMERAL-tube","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/emerald-succulent-crassula-emerald.jpg?v=1792198147","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/emerald-succulent-crassula-emerald","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}