Crassula Capitella "Campfire Crassula" 15cmPot

Botanical Name: Crassula capitella ‘Campfire’
Common Names: Campfire Crassula, Red Flames Crassula, Campfire Succulent

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📌 Product Description

Crassula capitella ‘Campfire’ is a fast-growing, sun-loving succulent prized for its vibrant foliage that turns brilliant red along the edges in bright light. In lower light, leaves remain fresh green with subtle red tones, while full sun intensifies the dramatic “flame” effect.

This spreading succulent forms dense clusters and makes an excellent colourful groundcover or container specimen. Its easy-care nature and drought tolerance make it a popular choice for water-wise South African gardens.

A bold, low-maintenance succulent that delivers striking seasonal colour.

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📏 Size When Fully Grown

Height: 15 – 20 cm
Spread: 50 – 90 cm (spreads outward as groundcover)
Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading succulent
Growth Rate: Fast

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🌱 Best Growing Conditions

Light: Full sun for intense red colour; tolerates partial shade (greener foliage)
Soil: Well-draining sandy or gritty soil
Water:

• Water moderately during establishment
• Drought-tolerant once established
• Avoid prolonged waterlogging

Feeding: Light compost or balanced fertiliser in spring

Maintenance:

• Trim back if stems become leggy
• Easy to propagate from stem cuttings
• Ensure excellent drainage

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🌦️ Planting & Growing Season (South Africa)

Best Planting Time: Spring or early autumn
Flowering Season: Summer (small white star-shaped flowers)
Growing Season: Spring and summer
Climate Suitability: Ideal for warm temperate and coastal regions
Frost Tolerance: Tolerates light frost; protect in severe frost areas

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🌼 Additional Benefits

Vibrant red foliage in full sun
Excellent groundcover
Fast-growing and spreading
Drought-tolerant
Low-maintenance
Easy propagation

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🌿 Ideal Uses

✔ Water-wise gardens
✔ Rockeries
✔ Succulent borders
✔ Groundcover planting
✔ Container arrangements
✔ Coastal gardens