Crassula perforata
Necklace Vine
Description
Necklace Vine gets its name from the stacked appearance of the leaves, one on top of the other. This plant comes from South Africa and is fast growing. It can grow to about 18 inches in height and tends to sprawl. It sometimes has leaf margins with red edges which is very showy. Plant in a well-drained soil in full coastal sun to light shade and it needs some protection from midday heat in inland valleys.
Plant Type
Shrub, Succulent
Height Range
1-3'
Width Range
1-3', 3-6'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green, Red, Variegated
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Indoor, Patio, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.
Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.