{"product_id":"crassula-multicava-fairy-crassula","title":"Crassula multicava \/ Fairy Crassula #582","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Crassula multicava\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrassula multicava, commonly called Fairy Crassula, is an evergreen succulent from South Africa in the Crassula family. It is a low-growing, sprawling plant with fleshy, rounded leaves on trailing stems. Its standout feature is two-toned foliage: the upper leaf surface is lime to olive green, while the underside and edges flush a vibrant berry red, especially in bright light. In late winter to early spring it throws up airy sprays of tiny, star-shaped flowers above the leaves. It is one of the easiest Crassulas to keep and to multiply, which makes it equally good as a beginner houseplant, a hanging-basket plant, or a groundcover in mild climates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to care for \u003cspan\u003eCrassula multicava\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun\/Location: \u003c\/strong\u003eBright indoor light or filtered \/ partial sun is ideal. It also tolerates full sun, which brings out the strongest red coloring, but introduce it gradually to avoid scorch. It tolerates more shade than most succulents, though the red tones fade in deep shade. Outdoors, morning sun with afternoon shade is a safe default; indoors, a bright windowsill or grow light works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\/Pot: \u003c\/strong\u003eUse a well-draining cactus or succulent mix (about 50–70% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice or perlite), and always use a pot with drainage holes. Standing water is the fastest way to kill it. Repot only when root-bound, in warm weather, after letting the soil dry out first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering: \u003c\/strong\u003eSoak and dry: water thoroughly until water runs out of the drainage hole, then wait until the soil is completely dry before watering again. Overwatering causes rot quickly. Water less in winter when growth slows. When in doubt, wait another day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropagating: \u003c\/strong\u003eVery easy. Stem cuttings, leaf cuttings, offsets and division all root readily — let the cut end callus for a day or two, lay or stick it in dry succulent mix, and water sparingly until rooted. Plantlets can also appear on spent flower stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lime to olive green\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecondary color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Berry red, Pinkish red\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom color: \u003c\/strong\u003ePinkishe-white\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold hardiness: \u003c\/strong\u003eGenerally suited to USDA Zones 9–11 outdoors; protect from frost and prolonged cold\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct format: \u003c\/strong\u003e2\" pot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitability: \u003c\/strong\u003eWindowsill, office desk, bookshelf, indoor plant collection, decorative succulent-style arrangements\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation: \u003c\/strong\u003eStem cuttings, leaf cuttings, offsets and division all root readily\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial characteristics: \u003c\/strong\u003eTwo-toned green-and-red foliage; very easy to propagate; shade-tolerant for a succulent; vigorous spreader — it can become invasive in warm climates such as parts of California and Australia, so keep it contained if planted outdoors\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Next Gardener","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67681226653751,"sku":"S-582-2in-1","price":5.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/3628\/7813\/files\/Crassula-multicava.jpg?v=1793176441","url":"https:\/\/thenextgardener.com\/products\/crassula-multicava-fairy-crassula","provider":"Thenextgardener","version":"1.0","type":"link"}