Crassula ovata 'Hobbit' Jade
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| Management number | 250425411 | Release Date | 2026/09/17 | List Price | US$3.20 | Model Number | 250425411 | ||
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- Description
- Crassula 'Hobbit' - Hobbit Jade Care Guide
- FAQ/Common Issues
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Crassula 'Hobbit', also called Hobbit Jade, is a succulent native to the rocky, arid regions of South Africa and Mozambique. It belongs to the Crassulaceae family and has adapted to grow in dry, sun-drenched environments with fast-draining soils.
Crassula 'Hobbit' has tubular, finger-like leaves that curl inward and flare open at the tips. The leaf tips flush red when it receives bright light, and the plant develops an upright, tree-like clustering growth habit with a thick woody stem that grows more sculptural over time. Its bonsai-style form distinguishes it among standard jade varieties.
It produces small, star-shaped pale pink to white flowers in late autumn to winter when temperatures drop consistently at night. Mature plants flower more often than younger ones after several seasons of growth.
You can leave it up to ten days without water. Move it outside in summer to partial sun or full sun, though it needs protection from rain to prevent root rot. Keep it on a high shelf away from cats, dogs, and small children, as the sap can cause mild skin or paw irritation. It works under bright office LEDs as a desk plant and benefits from a quarter-turn rotation every few weeks for even growth.
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Crassula ovata 'Hobbit' Jade grows well in bright indirect light to full sun near east or west-facing windows.
Water it every 2-3 weeks during the growing season, reducing to once monthly in winter after soil dries completely.
Crassula 'Hobbit' grows best in gritty, fast-draining succulent or cactus mix blended with perlite or coarse sand.
It prefers temperatures between 65-80°F and should be protected from frost below 30°F.
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Crassula 'Hobbit' is a slow to moderate grower, benefiting from balanced fertilizer applied once in spring and once in summer.
It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11, tolerating temperatures down to around 30°F before frost damage occurs. It grows outdoors year-round in California, Arizona, Hawaii, Nevada, Texas, Florida, Louisiana, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama, and Mississippi. Coastal areas of Oregon and Washington, plus warmer pockets of New Mexico, Arkansas, and Virginia may also support outdoor growing with seasonal protection.
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Q: How often should I water Crassula ovata 'Hobbit' Jade?
A: Every 2-3 weeks during the growing season, letting the soil dry out completely between waterings. In winter, reduce frequency to once monthly as growth slows and the plant needs less moisture.
Q: Is it safe around pets and children?
A: Crassula ovata 'Hobbit' Jade's sap can cause mild skin or paw irritation, so keep it on a high shelf away from cats, dogs, and small children.
Q: Can Crassula 'Hobbit' survive outdoors year-round?
A: It grows outdoors permanently in USDA zones 9-11, but needs frost protection below 30°F in cooler regions.
Q: What light conditions does it need to develop red leaf tips?
A: Crassula 'Hobbit' shifts from green to red at the tips when exposed to bright light or full sun. Indoor plants grown under lower light retain solid green foliage.
Q: How fast does Hobbit Jade grow?
A: It is a slow to moderate grower, typically adding a few inches per year under good conditions.
Q: Can I propagate it from cuttings?
A: Hobbit Jade propagates easily from stem or leaf cuttings left to callous for a day or two before placing on dry succulent mix. Roots develop within a few weeks in warm, bright conditions.
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