This rapidly developing succulent has broad green, fan-shaped leaves that can give off a vivid red hue when exposed to direct sunlight or cooler conditions. Its blossoms draw in bees and butterflies.
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Care and Propagation Information
Campfire Crassula is an eye-catching addition to your winter garden, with its vivid red hue. It can be used as a ground cover or as a trailing plant in pots and containers.
Watering
Watering Campfire Crassula succulents should follow the “soak and dry” method. The soil should be allowed to dry out completely between waterings.
Where to Plant
If you live in an area that has temperatures dropping lower than 30° F (-1.1° C), it is recommended to keep “Campfire Crassula” in a pot and bring it indoors during the cold months. This succulent thrives in full to partial sunlight.
Put the plant in a part of your garden that receives six hours of sunshine daily.
How to Propagate Crassula capitella “Campfire Crassula”
The Crassula capitella “Campfire Crassula” plant can be propagated in two ways: by taking stem cuttings or by planting offsets.
Stem Cuttings
To propagate “Campfire Crassula”, take a cutting from the main plant using a clean, sharp knife or scissors. Allow the cutting to heal for a few days before putting it in a soil medium that drains well. Water thoroughly once the soil has dried out.
Offsets
The “Campfire Crassula” plant will produce little offshoots around its base. To propagate them, just pull them off and let them air dry for between one and two days before replanting them.
Care and Propagation Information
General Care for Crassula capitella “Campfire Crassula”
Watering
Watering Campfire Crassula succulents should follow the “soak and dry” method. The soil should be allowed to dry out completely between waterings.
Where to Plant
If you live in an area that has temperatures dropping lower than 30° F (-1.1° C), it is recommended to keep “Campfire Crassula” in a pot and bring it indoors during the cold months. This succulent thrives in full to partial sunlight.
Put the plant in a part of your garden that receives six hours of sunshine daily.
How to Propagate Crassula capitella “Campfire Crassula”
The Crassula capitella “Campfire Crassula” plant can be propagated in two ways: by taking stem cuttings or by planting offsets.
Stem Cuttings
To propagate “Campfire Crassula”, take a cutting from the main plant using a clean, sharp knife or scissors. Allow the cutting to heal for a few days before putting it in a soil medium that drains well. Water thoroughly once the soil has dried out.
Offsets
The “Campfire Crassula” plant will produce little offshoots around its base. To propagate them, just pull them off and let them air dry for between one and two days before replanting them.
FAQ
How big do campfire Crassula get?
How big does Crassula campfire grow?
Crassula Campfire is an exceptionally small succulent, typically growing no more than 6 inches (15 cm) tall and up to 3 feet (90 cm) wide.
How do you take care of a Crassula campfire?
Water your plant when the soil is dry to the touch and then allow the excess to completely drain away. Avoid leaving the soil soggy for long periods of time to prevent rotting and fungal diseases. In areas with full sun, sun to partial shade, and light shade, reduce watering in the winter.
What is Crassula capitella campfire used for?
This type of Crassula capitella ‘Campfire’ is low-growing and makes a great addition to rock gardens and containers, as it forms a spreading mat.
How much light does campfire Crassula need?
If you live in an area where temperatures drop below 30° F (-1.1° C), it’s best to plant “Campfire Crassula” in a pot that can be brought indoors during cold weather. This succulent thrives in both full and partial sun, so make sure to put it in a spot that gets at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.