
Crassula spathulata
Spathula-leaf Crassula
Description
This trailing succulent groundcover is Indispensable as a flowering and foliar accent. Spathula-leaf Crassula is an elegant solution for many problem corners in the garden. Tiny bright green leaves resembling little hearts trail, spill, and climb up and over tree roots. The low-growing flowering groundcover is a must in shady meadows.
Spathula-leaf Crassula grows in sun or shade, but is best with some shade in hot interior climates. It tolerates a wide variety of soils and coastal conditions. Being drought-tolerant, Spathula-leaf Crassula is good on dry shady slopes, but is not recommended for desert settings.
General Details
Plant Type
Succulent, Crassulaceae
Native Region
South Africa
Seasonality
Perennial, evergreen
Height
8-12 inches
Width
2-3 feet
Alternate Names
Crassula lucida
Aesthetic Form
Landscaping Value
Meadows, flowering accent, pathways, groundcover
Foliage
Heart shaped leaves glow with a red border in the sun
Flower Form
Delicate white start-shaped flowers with a light pink tint
Bloom Cycle
Year-round
Growth Habits
Creeping, fast growing
Plant Pairings
Sedges, Bromus Benekenii, Seslerias
Care & Maintenance
Watering Needs
Low water needs, drought tolerant
Soil Preferences
Wide adaptability from sand to clay
Sun Exposure
Full sun to shade
Winter Heartiness
20° F, USDA zones 9-11
Desert Adaptability
No Available Information
Costal Adaptability
No Available Information