Crassula ‘Bluebird’Bluebird Jade

The Crassula ‘Bluebird’, or Bluebird Jade, is a stunning evergreen succulent known for its compact, rosette-forming habit and silvery-blue, fleshy leaves edged with delicate pink tones. Growing to 10–20 cm tall, it makes a striking feature in rock gardens, containers, or succulent arrangements. In winter, it may produce clusters of small, star-shaped white to pale pink flowers, adding seasonal charm.

Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, Bluebird Jade is ideal for modern, coastal, and xeriscape gardens.

المواصفات

• Height0.1–0.2 meters
• Width0.2–0.3 meters
• Native toSouth Africa
• FoliageSilvery-blue, fleshy leaves with pink edges, forming compact rosettes
• Growth rateSlow to moderate

الظروف

• SoilPrefers well-drained, sandy or gravelly soils; tolerates rocky and poor soils
• LightFull sun to partial shade (best color in full sun)
• WaterLow; allow soil to dry out completely between waterings
• ClimateThrives in arid, subtropical, and Mediterranean regions

خصائص إضافية

• FlowersStar-shaped white to pale pink blooms in winter
• UsesPerfect for rock gardens, borders, containers, or as a tabletop plant
• SpacingPlant 20–30 cm apart for groundcover or individual features
• Low MaintenanceMinimal care; remove dead leaves and spent blooms as needed
• Pest ResistanceResilient to pests; monitor for mealybugs indoors
• Drought ToleranceExcellent for water-wise and low-irrigation landscapes
• VersatilitySuitable for modern, desert-themed, or coastal garden designs

Bluebird Jade is a resilient and visually captivating succulent, perfect for adding subtle color and texture to gardens and containers with minimal effort.