Crassula capitella 'Campfire'
Campfire Crassula
Description
Crassula capitella 'Campfire' is a branching succulent plant with fleshy propeller-like leaves that mature from light green to bright red. Grows prostrate, forming mats about 6 inches (15 cm) tall and up to 3 feet (90 cm) wide. Clusters of white flowers rest on the leaves in the summer.
Plant Type
Succulent
Height Range
Under 1'
Width Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Light Green, Orange, Red, Variegated
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Rich, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Indoor, Swimming Pool, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Hedge, Small Spaces, Hanging Baskets
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.
Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.