Fairy Crassula

Crassula multicava, the Fairy Crassula, is a wonderfully robust and versatile succulent, surprisingly tolerant of shadier conditions than many succulents, making it a good choice for sheltered UK gardens or containers. It forms spreading mats of lush, green, oval leaves, and in late winter to early spring, it produces airy sprays of delicate, tiny pinkish-white flowers, creating a lovely, ethereal display. It can even tolerate some light frost in very sheltered spots but is best brought indoors in colder regions or grown in a conservatory. Tolerates partial shade and well-drained soil. Excellent for groundcover in milder areas.

Sun: Partial shade.

Soil: Well-drained soil.

Hardiness: H3 — down to −5°C.

Flowering: Feb, Mar, Apr.