Product Overview
Crassula Buddhas Temple - Pyramidalis
An unusual little succulent, with an upright, column form that resembles a Chinese Temple.
Generally speaking, like most succulents, Crassula needs bright light to grow properly. They can cope with direct sun, but usually need acclimatising as initially the leaves might sunburn, so gradually increase the amount of intense sun it receives. Too little light won`t exactly harm your plant either, it`s just the growth becomes stretched as it reaches towards brighter light.
Watering your plant is fairly straight forward. Since Crassula store water in their leaves and stems, they can survive long spells without water. As a rule of thumb during Spring and Summer water the plant thoroughly, but then make sure you allow the soil to dry before watering again. Don`t be over hasty, if it seems to take several weeks before it needs more water that`s fine, it will depend on the climate and position of your plant. Just don`t allow the soil to become constantly wet, they don`t like soggy feet. Don`t worry if you forget to water your plant and the leaves become flattened, just give them a good drink and they will perk back up.
Crassula don`t require much feeding, so a half strength liquid Cacti and Succulent feed once a month Spring to Autumn is plenty.
Average daytime temperatures between 18-24c and overnight temperatures between 12-14c are fine.
During Winter when temperatures drop and growth slows down then your plant will require less water. Follow similar rules, water well then allow to dry. The difference being it might take 2 to 3 weeks before you will need to, depending on the temperature in your home. Again don`t be too hasty, it`s best to err on the side of caution. Dry is better than wet.
Crassula don`t mind being a little pot bound. Repot in Spring when necessary, once every 2 to 3 years. Use a good quality free draining compost. Cacti and Succulent compost is best. Do not fertilise as the new compost will have all the nutrients they need.
Warnings: Mildly toxic to cats and dogs.
