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Cremnosedum 'Little Gem'

5.0 out of 5 (4 experiences)

Survivor

Fast grower

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Cremnosedum 'Little Gem'

Genus

Cremnosedum

Family

Crassulaceae

Order

Saxifragales

How to care for Cremnosedum 'Little Gem'

💦 Water

How often to water your Cremnosedum 'Little Gem'

Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' 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.

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

No Yes

Select the pot size

☀️ Light

Finding light for Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' in your home

Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Cremnosedum 'Little Gem'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Cremnosedum 'Little Gem': 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 Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Any tips on repotting? One of my pride and joys, any tips on how to repot without losing a bunch of leaves? UPDATE: only wanted to repot because my kitten was messing with it and I have a bunch of leaves that fell off. I wanted to throw them in the current pot but there's no room, I can't even see the soil. I'm already planning on making another plant for a friend! I just wanted my plant to be more full :-) Added some additional pictures as well #HappyPlants #SucculentSquad #repotting #repottinghelp

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

How to Grow Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' →

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Indoor Care Guide for Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' →

Outdoor Care Guide for Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' →

💦 Water Needs

Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' 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.

Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' Water Frequency →

Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' 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 🏡.

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Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' Flowers →

Is Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' an Annual Plant? →

Is Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' a Perennial Plant? →

Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' Pollination Guide →

Common Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' Flower Problems →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' grows in a rosette pattern, with leaves neatly arranged in a circle. New growth will emerge from the center.

Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' Lifecycle →

Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8b-10a. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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Winter Care for Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' →

Best Companion Plants for Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' →

Is Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' a Weed? →

🧐 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 Bugs Affecting Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' →

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😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Cremnosedum 'Little Gem'. 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 Cremnosedum 'Little Gem'

Cremnosedum 'Little Gem'

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.

What other plant parents say

Survivor 3

Fast grower 2

Blooms easily 1

Easy to propagate 1

@@katryna

6 Plants

216 XP

Kalona, IA

06/12/2021

It will start out small then branch off several times, sometimes in the same spot. It’ll start to grow quickly but it’s still low maintenance and I absolutely adore mine ❤️

Fast grower

Survivor