Description
Crassula Tetragona - Plant
Description
This miniature pine tree-looking succulents can grow up to 3-4 feet tall. They form shrubs and become tree-like as they grow. The stem thickens, hardens and become darker and more woody with age. They produce small white flowers that appear at the tips of the plant.
Constituents
Plant Specifications
| Plant Height | 6 inch (15 cm) |
| Plant Spread | 3 inch (8 cm) |
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name | Miniature Pine Tree |
| Maximum Reachable Height | up to 30 centimeter |
| Bloom Time | April-June |
| Difficulty Level | Easy |
Planting and care
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Light Requirement
At least 3-6 hours of preferably morning sunlight a day is ideal for plant to grow well and natural indirect bright light for the rest of the day.Soil The soil should be well drained and fertile, rich in organic content for growing plant.Watering Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.Apply 1 cup (Approx. 50 ml) water when top soil (3-4 inches) in pot feels dry to touch.As rule of thumb, Water the plant thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.Do not over-water the plant.Apply water preferably in morning or evening.Application of Fertilizer Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily. .During the main growing season feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month (Oct-Jan).Apply water immediately after application of fertilizer.Re-potting When a plant outgrows in current pot, re-pot with fresh potting soil and some fertilizer.Do the re-potting late evening and keep the plant in shady area for 2 to 3 days and then move the plant in its suitable growing condition.For re-potting procedure click here
Plant Protection Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and dispose them away from the planting area.Spray Neem, Eucalyptus or Citrus oil for any insect/pest attack, as a primary treatment.Donts Do not over water the plant especially when pot does not have drainage holes.Avoid applying water on flowers and leaves it may cause fungus infection.Crassula Campfire care
Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location:
Keep the plant in Natural indirect bright Light.Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.Apply 1 cup (Approx. 50 ml ) water when top soil (3-4 inches) in pot feels dry to touch.Do not re-pot for min. 2 weeks after receiving it.Key requirements to keep plant healthy:
| Sunlight | At least 3-6 hours of preferably morning sunlight a day is ideal for plant to grow well and natural indirect bright light for the rest of the day. |
| Watering | Apply 1 cup (Approx. 50 ml ) water when top soil (3-4 inches) in pot feels dry to touch. |
| Soil | Soil should be well drain and fertile, rich in organic content |
| Temperature | 20 to 30 degree celsius |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Crassula tetragona uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is used for ornamental purpose like borders, containers, edging, fillers, ground covers, rock gardens
