Crassula plegmatoides ‘Arta’ – Compact Columnar Succulent
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Crassula plegmatoides ‘Arta’ – Compact Columnar Succulent
Crassula plegmatoides ‘Arta’ is a striking, compact succulent native to South Africa. Its columnar growth and tightly stacked, grey-green leaves create an architectural aesthetic, making it an excellent addition to rock gardens, container displays, and xeriscaping projects. This slow-growing plant is highly adapted to arid conditions, requiring minimal water while thriving in well-draining soil.
Distinctive Features
- Stacked Foliage: The thick, fleshy leaves are densely arranged along the stem, forming a compact, column-like structure.
- Colour and Texture: Leaves exhibit a powdery, blue-grey hue, sometimes developing a pinkish tinge in bright sunlight.
- Growth Habit: A slow-growing succulent that maintains a petite size, making it ideal for small spaces and container arrangements.
Care Tips
- Light: Prefers bright, indirect light to full sun; partial shade is tolerated in extremely hot climates.
- Water: Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; reduce watering in winter.
- Humidity: Tolerant of low humidity; prefers dry conditions.
- Temperature: Best suited to temperatures between 15-25°C but can tolerate occasional dips to 5°C.
- Fertiliser: Use a diluted, balanced succulent fertiliser during the growing season (spring and summer).
- Potting: Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix, with a porous container.
- Propagation: Easily propagated from stem cuttings; allow cuttings to callous before planting.
Additional Notes
- Overwatering can lead to root rot; ensure pots have drainage holes.
- Not known to be toxic to pets but should still be kept out of reach to prevent accidental ingestion.
Crassula plegmatoides ‘Arta’ is a fantastic choice for those seeking a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant with a unique growth habit. Its compact form and muted hues make it a subtle yet captivating addition to any succulent collection.
Shipping Schedule & Biosecurity Information
- Dispatch Day: All orders are dispatched on Tuesdays.
- Cut-off for Same Week Dispatch: Orders must be placed by Monday 7am (AEST) to be sent that week. Orders placed after this will be dispatched the following Tuesday.
WA, NT & TAS Orders
- Cut-off: Orders to WA, NT and TAS must be placed by Friday 7am (AEST) to be included in the following week’s dispatch.
- Treatment & Delay: These orders require biosecurity treatment and certification, which is completed each Friday. Please allow an additional 1–2 weeks for processing.
Plant Health Certification (PHAC) Fees
- $20 fee applies to WA orders.
- $10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders.
- This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping cost at checkout.
Size: 66mm pot
