Plant Care Hobbit Jade

Hobbit Jade

Taxonomy

Crassula ovata 'Hobbit'
Crassula
Crassulaceae
Saxifragales

How to care for Hobbit Jade

💦 Water

How often to water your Hobbit Jade

Water needs for Hobbit Jade
0.5 cups
every 12

Hobbit Jade needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Hobbit Jade

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Hobbit Jade in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Hobbit Jade: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Hobbit Jade love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Hobbit Jade does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Hobbit Jade in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Hobbit Jade

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Hobbit Jade: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Hobbit Jade after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level
💦 Water Needs

Hobbit Jade thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Hobbit Jade Water Frequency →

Hobbit Jade Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Hobbit Jade requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Hobbit Jade Light Requirements →

Hobbit Jade Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Hobbit Jade is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.


💨 Humidity

Hobbit Jade enjoys lots of humidity. Provide humidity for your plant by watering regularly and thoroughly, since plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves. They may also benefit from being placed next to a humidifier.

Hobbit Jade Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Hobbit Jade is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Hobbit Jade →

Best Pots for Hobbit Jade →

When and How to Successfully Repot Hobbit Jade →

What Are Healthy Hobbit Jade Roots →


💩 Fertilizer

Hobbit Jade grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Hobbit Jade →


❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Hobbit Jade to go dormant in the summertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.


🌎 Native Region

Hobbit Jade is native to South Africa.


🌸 Flowers
⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Hobbit Jade is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.

Hobbit Jade Lifecycle →

Hobbit Jade Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Hobbit Jade →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Hobbit Jade can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Hobbit Jade →


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Hobbit Jade. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


Care Summary for Hobbit Jade

Hobbit Jade

Hobbit Jade


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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