About Crassula 'Tom Thumb'
Crassula 'Tom Thumb' belongs to the Crassulaceae family and is native to South Africa. It is similar to Crassula Marnieriana but distinguished by its more pronounced angular leaves. Crassula 'Tom Thumb' leaves are grayish-green to light green in color, with slightly red margins. When exposed to large temperature differences, the leaves can turn red. The leaf shape is ovate-triangular, with the bases connected. Overall, Crassula's 'Tom Thumb' resembles stars in the sky. Hence, its floral language is "dreamy."
How to care for Crassula 'Tom Thumb'
Sun/Temperature: Crassula 'Tom Thumb' can tolerate partial shade and prefers relaxed, dry environments. It can withstand temperatures as low as 30 ℉, but prolonged exposure to cold should be avoided. Insufficient sunlight can cause leggy spacing between leaves, while ample sunlight promotes compact growth. Therefore, providing much sunlight is essential, but shading and protection from strong sunlight and rain are necessary in summer to prevent sunburn and plant rot.
Soil/Pot/Fertilizer: Crassula 'Tom Thumb' prefers well-draining soil and pots with drainage holes. When potting, you can use specialized succulent soil or a mixture of materials like perlite. Bath watering is suitable, but ensure the soil is dry before watering, especially in winter when watering should be reduced.
Fertilizer: During spring and autumn, you can fertilize Crassula 'Tom Thumb' with succulent-specific fertilizer once a month. However,you have to reduces the frequency of fertilization during winter and summer.
Propagation: Propagating Crassula 'Tom Thumb is easy with clippings. Use clean scissors or razor blades to remove stems with leaves attached from the parent succulent. After drying, the plug can be inserted directly into well-drained soil or perlite mixture, requiring only minimal watering after a few days.
More Information
Primary color: Green/lime
Secondary color: Red
Bloom color: White
Cold hardiness: USDA Hardiness Zones9-12(from 25℉ to50℉)
Product format: Rooted in 2 " pot
Suitability: Ideal for balcony, window, garden
Propagation: Easy by stem cuttings
Special characteristic: Pet safe，easy to propagate
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In general, it takes 3 to 10 days for plants to arrive after you place your order. All orders will be shipped out 48 hours after you place them. We ship the orders on work days(from Monday to Saturday) and all year round. In normal conditions, it will take 3-10 days for you to receive the package. Estimated shipping times are offered as needed.
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Winter shipping
We insist on shipping succulents to our customers all year round. However due to the extreme winter weather, although we pack succulents with as much protective material as possible, plants are still at increased risk of frost on their way to colder areas. We highly recommend adding one 72-hour heat pack to your order or you can request a hold on the package until it warms up.
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The crassula family is my newest obsession and I've wanted Tom Thumb for a while now...this is the first time I've seen one up close and oh MY how cute!! I'll be getting more for sure. Very healthy and carefully packaged, I can't help but make purchases at least once a week! Thank you for another beautiful healthy succulent!
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I love this planter! I put a Hoya compacta in it and I feel like the eventually trailing plant will complement the pot. My only complaint is that finding a compatible drip tray is pretty impossible so I water at the sink
