tom thumb succulent Crassula 'Tom Thumb'

tom thumb succulent Crassula 'Tom Thumb'Crassula 'Tom Thumb' is a charming miniature plant with tiny triangular leaves in opposing ranks on stems. The mint green leaves have colorful reddish edges, especially in bright light. It is topped by clusters of tiny white flowers in spring. Similar to Crassula perforata, Tom Thumb is thought to be, as described in the "Lexicon of Succulent Plants" by Hermann Jacobsen, as a cross between Crassula rupestris ssp. rupestris and Crassula rupestris ssp.

Crassula 'Tom Thumb' is a charming miniature plant with tiny triangular leaves in opposing ranks on stems. The mint green leaves have colorful reddish edges, especially in bright light. It is topped by clusters of tiny white flowers in spring. Similar to Crassula perforata, ‘Tom Thumb’ is thought to be, as described in the "Lexicon of Succulent Plants" by Hermann Jacobsen, as a cross between Crassula rupestris ssp. rupestris and Crassula rupestris ssp. marnieriana. Great for windowsill culture or rock gardens, and as a small area ground cover.

SURVIVE & THRIVE
 
Recommended pairings: Graptoveria ‘Bashful’™, Tacisedum ‘Spring Glow’
Bloom time: Spring
Size: Up to 6 inches high
Plant in porous soil with adequate drainage
Provide bright light with ample airflow
Water thoroughly when soil is completely dry to the touch
Hardiness: USDA Zone 9a (20-25° F)

Crassula 'Tom Thumb' is a charming miniature plant with tiny triangular leaves in opposing ranks on stems. The tiny mint green leaves have colorful reddish edges especially in bright light. It is topped by clusters of tiny white flowers in spring. Similar to Crassula perforata,