Crassula Pellucida "Variegated Calico Kitten" 1Liter

Botanical Name: Crassula pellucida subsp. marginalis ‘Variegata’
Common Names: Variegated Calico Kitten, Calico Kitten, Variegated Trailing Jade

📌 Product Description

Crassula pellucida subsp. marginalis ‘Variegata’, commonly known as Variegated Calico Kitten, is a fast-growing trailing succulent admired for its colourful foliage in shades of green, cream, pink, and red. The small rounded leaves grow in opposite pairs along red stems, creating a soft cascading effect.

In bright sunlight, the variegation intensifies and pink tones become more pronounced, making it a standout feature in hanging baskets and mixed succulent bowls.

A charming, easy-care succulent perfectly suited to South African patios and decorative containers.

📏 Size When Fully Grown

Height: 10 – 15 cm
Spread/Trail Length: 40 – 90 cm
Growth Habit: Trailing, mat-forming succulent
Growth Rate: Fast

🌱 Best Growing Conditions

Light: Bright light to full sun for best colour; tolerates partial shade
Soil: Well-draining succulent mix
Water:

• Water moderately during active growth
• Allow soil to dry between watering
• Avoid waterlogged soil

Feeding: Light feeding in spring

Maintenance:

• Trim to maintain fullness
• Very easy to propagate from stem cuttings
• Protect from excessive heavy rain

🌦️ Planting & Growing Season (South Africa)

Best Planting Time: Spring or early autumn
Flowering Season: Late spring to summer (small 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

🌼 Additional Benefits

Beautiful variegated foliage
Trailing growth habit
Fast-spreading
Drought-tolerant
Excellent for hanging baskets
Easy to propagate

🌿 Ideal Uses

✔ Hanging baskets
✔ Succulent bowls
✔ Groundcover in rock gardens
✔ Decorative patio pots
✔ Water-wise landscapes
✔ Colour contrast planting