Crassula ovata, or jade tree, which brings good luck and prosperity according to Feng Shui, is an easy-to-grow succulent. It does not need to be pruned, but only watered regularly and exposed to full sun. Native to Africa, Crassula ovata is also known as the jade tree. Crassula ovata belongs to the family Crassualaceae and the genus Crassula; It looks like a shrub with a light brown stem that is heavily branched. The leaves are oval-shaped, very fleshy and light green, sometimes edged in red. Another characteristic of Crassula ovata leaves is that they contain a lot of water and for this reason they are always very plump. Its stems also have a fleshy, branched texture, creating a rounded crown. This type of plant is easy to grow both in full soil and in pots, and in the right conditions it can surprise you with the beauty of its flowering. And that’s not all. If you’re growing this succulent in pots, place it to the right of the main entranceand north-facing house. According to Feng Shui, this is indeed the most suitable condition for the plant to bring good luck and prosperity to the house and the people who live in it.
How to grow Crassula ovata
The flowering of Crassula ovata is concentrated between April and June. The flowers are pale pink or white, with a characteristic star shape and all clustered in bouquets at the top of the plant’s branches. Fortunately, the plant is not particularly susceptible to diseases and pests. Whengrowing Crassulla ovata, it is only necessary to pay attention to watering and its exposure. Too much water can cause the stem to rot, too little water can cause the leaves to lose their color. Drafts or low temperatures can cause the leaves to fall off and the plant to wilt. This plant also does not need to be pruned. Simply remove all dry branches and leaves.
In pots
As it is a plant that grows mainly vertically, Crassula does not usually need pots that are too large, i.e. pots with a diameter of no more than 15 or 20 cm.
In the garden
If, on the other hand, you are thinking of growing Crassula ovata in the garden, then you should know that it is ideal for planting in areas where winters are not too harsh. A place in direct contact with the sun’s rays is also recommended.
Where should Crassula be placed?
Crassula ovata loves light and heat: for this reason, it appreciates a place in full sun, all the better if it is near a wall so that temperatures remain high even at night. However, you have to be careful with low temperatures, as this succulent will not withstand temperatures below -7°C.
How and how much to water
Crassula ovata should be watered regularly when the soil is dry on the surface. Ideally, you should always use water at room temperature and preferably water recovered from rainfall, i.e. rainwater.
When should the Crassula ovata glass be changed?
The best soil for Crassula ovata is a mixture of green topsoil and sand. In the ground, this succulent grows well in sandy or gravel soils, which ensure good water drainage. As for fertilization, on the other hand, during the period of vegetative activity, i.e. from May to November, it is necessary to give the plant a specific product for succulents, with balanced amounts of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, as well as important trace elements, to ensure the development of the plant.
