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Also known as
Crassula marginalis rubra. 'Variegata
Taxonomy
Crassula pellucida subsp. marginalis 'Variegata'
Crassula
Crassulaceae
Saxifragales

How to care for Crassula 'Calico Kitten'

How often to water your Crassula 'Calico Kitten'

every 12
Crassula 'Calico Kitten' needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesnāt 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.
Water 0.5 cups every
12

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Finding light for Crassula 'Calico Kitten' in your home

a window
Crassula 'Calico Kitten' love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Crassula 'Calico Kitten' does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Crassula 'Calico Kitten' in your home š”.

How to fertilize Crassula 'Calico Kitten'

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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Crassula 'Calico Kitten' after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Crassula 'Calico Kitten' 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.
Sunlight Needs
Crassula 'Calico Kitten' requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Crassula 'Calico Kitten' prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.
Soil
Crassula 'Calico Kitten' is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesnāt 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!
Fertilizer
Crassula 'Calico Kitten' grows very slowly and doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
Itās common for Crassula 'Calico Kitten' 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
Crassula 'Calico Kitten' is native to South Africa.
Care Summary for Crassula 'Calico Kitten'
Crassula 'Calico Kitten'
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 12 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
