Common name:Parasol Aeonium
Botanical name:Aeonium arboreum
An upright succulent with rosette leaf clusters. Forms a mound and can be easily propagated by cuttings.
Common name:Sunset Jade
Botanical name:Crassula argentea 'Sunset'
The SUNSET JADE is a brilliantly colored sport of the Jade plant, revealing bright yellow leaf pigments accented by crimson margins, and should be grown in full sun to maintain its colors. It is similar to the regular Jade Plant in its form, culture and habits, except that it is much slower growing, and hesitant to flower. This is a fantastic foliage accent for color contrast in the succulent, Mediterranean, or tropical garden. It only grows to 2 feet tall by up to 3 feet wide. Water wise; tender to frost.
Common name:Watch Chain
Botanical name:Crassula muscosa
Crassula muscosa is best known to be a beautiful looking succulent. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to 10" tall. The plant is best known for the leaves that are small and desnely packed together growing erect in the color green to bright green. When the plant finally produces flowers you can expect yellow flowers in the spring. Crassula muscosa can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care of. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your plant healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this succulent. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering. Crassula muscosa needs strong light. When planting this succulent type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is better to grow outdoor rather than indoor. This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at zone 9a-11b which is around 20°F. If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
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