Red Tip Jade Plant

Turn Up the Color with California Red Tip Jade

Crassula ovata ‘California Red Tip’ is a show-stopping jade with broad, fleshy leaves edged in ruby red. This succulent’s vibrant margins develop when it basks in bright light, rewarding you with ever-more intense coloration. Exceptionally drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, it’s perfect for both beginner and seasoned collectors.

Plant Profile

Botanical Name: Crassula ovata ‘California Red Tip’

Common Name: California Red Tip Jade Plant

Family: Crassulaceae

Native Range: South Africa

Mature Size: Up to 2–3 feet tall; 2–3 feet wide

Care & Cultivation

Light: Bright, direct sun maximizes red edging; tolerates bright indirect light with slightly muted tips.

Water: Allow soil to dry completely between waterings—overwatering leads to root rot.

Soil: Use a well-draining mix (cactus/succulent potting soil with extra perlite).

Temperature: 45–90 °F (7–32 °C); protect from frost.

Humidity: Average home humidity; thrives in dry air.

Fertilizer: Feed lightly (½ strength) once in spring and once in summer with a balanced succulent fertilizer.

Pruning & Training: Remove spent stems or leggy growth to maintain a compact, branching form.

Propagation: Leaf or stem cuttings root easily in dry, well-draining substrate.

Pests & Problems: Watch for mealybugs and scale; treat early with neem or insecticidal soap.

Toxicity: Mildly toxic if ingested; keep away from curious pets and children.

Why You’ll Love It

With its vivid red margins and sculptural form, California Red Tip Jade adds architectural interest and a pop of color to any display. Its hardy nature and drought tolerance make it an ideal desk companion, windowsill centerpiece, or tabletop accent.

Fun Fact

The intensity of the red tip coloration is a direct response to sunlight—more direct rays yield deeper, more dramatic hues.

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