Crassula 'Ivory Pagoda'
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| Management number | 250424918 | Release Date | 2026/09/17 | List Price | US$3.20 | Model Number | 250424918 | ||
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- Crassula 'Ivory Pagoda' Care Guide
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Crassula 'Ivory Pagoda' is a rare succulent in the Crassulaceae family, native to the rocky, arid regions of South Africa. It has earned serious collector status worldwide for its architectural form and slow, methodical growth.
The plant's most recognizable feature is its tightly stacked, geometric leaf pairs that form neat upright columns. Fleshy leaves are pale silvery-green to ivory, coated in a fine powdery texture that gives it an almost sculptural, frosted appearance. As it matures, it develops a clustering habit, producing offsets that fill a pot with orderly, tower-like columns.
Small, pale flower clusters appear at the tips of its columns, typically encouraged by a nighttime temperature drop in late winter or early spring. Blooming is infrequent and not guaranteed, but when it does flower, it adds a finishing touch to the plant form. The foliage alone stands out year-round as a conversation piece.
Move it outside for summer in a sheltered, bright spot, though it must be protected from heavy rain to prevent rot. You can leave it up to ten days without water. Cats, dogs, and small children should be kept away from this plant, as contact with the sap can cause skin and paw irritation. Keep it on a high shelf where little hands and curious pets cannot reach it, and rotate it occasionally so every side receives even light exposure.
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Crassula 'Ivory Pagoda' grows well in bright indirect light, partial sun, or direct sun, though intense south-facing windows during peak summer can scorch the foliage.
Water it deeply every 10-14 days in summer and reduce to once every 3-4 weeks in winter, letting the soil dry completely between waterings.
Crassula 'Ivory Pagoda' does best in a gritty, fast-draining mix such as cactus and succulent soil blended with perlite or coarse sand at roughly 50/50.
It prefers temperatures between 60-80°F and should be brought indoors before temperatures drop below 40°F.
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Crassula 'Ivory Pagoda' is a slow-growing succulent that needs only a light balanced fertilizer once or twice during spring and summer.
It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11, where winter temperatures rarely dip below 20-25°F. It grows outdoors year-round in California, Arizona, Nevada, Texas, Florida, Hawaii, Louisiana, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama, Mississippi, and coastal Oregon. Parts of New Mexico, Arkansas, and North Carolina that fall within zone 9 microclimates can also support it outdoors with seasonal protection.
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Q: How often should I water Crassula 'Ivory Pagoda'?
A: Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry. In winter, reduce frequency to every 3-4 weeks or less, depending on indoor temperature and humidity.
Q: Is it safe for cats and dogs?
A: Crassula 'Ivory Pagoda' sap can cause skin and paw irritation on contact, and the plant should not be nibbled or eaten. Keep it well out of reach of pets.
Q: What light conditions does Crassula 'Ivory Pagoda' need?
A: An east or west-facing window works well to provide bright light without harsh midday scorch. It can also handle a bright north-facing window indoors.
Q: How fast does it grow?
A: Crassula 'Ivory Pagoda' is slow-growing, adding only a modest amount of height each year. The columns develop steadily over time, making the plant ideal for patient collectors.
Q: Can you propagate Crassula 'Ivory Pagoda'?
A: Stem cuttings and offsets both root readily. Allow cut ends to callous for a day or two before placing them in dry succulent mix.
Q: Can it survive outdoors in winter?
A: Crassula 'Ivory Pagoda' should be brought inside before temperatures drop below 40°F. It grows outdoors year-round only in USDA zones 9-11 with frost-free winters.
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