Crassula Shrek's Ears

Crassula ‘Shrek’s Ears’, also known as Gollum Jade or Crassula ovata ‘Gollum’, is a quirky and popular succulent with tubular, trumpet-shaped leaves that resemble the ears of the famous ogre. The glossy green foliage sometimes takes on red tips when exposed to bright sunlight, adding extra character. Compact, low-maintenance, and easy to propagate, it’s a fun addition to any succulent collection or indoor plant display.

Key Characteristics:

• Botanical name: Crassula ovata ‘Gollum’

• Common names: Shrek’s Ears, Gollum Jade

• Plant type: Evergreen succulent

• Foliage: Glossy, tubular leaves with suction-cup-like tips; green with occasional red edging

• Height: Up to 90 cm in ideal conditions

• Growth habit: Shrubby and upright, thick branches

• Flowers: Small, star-shaped white or pink flowers may appear in late autumn to winter

• Origin: Cultivar of Crassula ovata, native to South Africa

Care Tips:

• Light: Prefers bright light to full sun. Outdoors, choose a sunny spot. Indoors, place near a bright window.

• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is dry. Reduce watering in winter.

• Soil: Use a well-draining cactus or succulent mix.

• Temperature: Best in warm conditions. Protect from frost and temperatures below 5°C.

• Fertiliser: Feed once a month during spring and summer with a diluted succulent fertiliser.

• Potting: Grows well in containers with drainage. Avoid letting the plant sit in water.

The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. Plants will be shipped as bare root.

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