Crassula ovata ‘Minima’ – Dwarf Jade Plant
Crassula ovata ‘Minima’ – Dwarf Jade Plant
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Current Stock Height Guides
*** Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only. As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons.No guarantee is giventhat supplied plants will fall within the stated range. If minimum heights are required, you mustconfirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase. Variation in height is normal andis not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.
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About Crassula ovata ‘Minima’ – Dwarf Jade Plant
Crassula ovata ‘Minima’ is a compact-growing jade plant selected for its dense branching habit and smaller foliage. Unlike standard Jade Plants, this dwarf form maintains a naturally tidy shape, making it an excellent choice for containers, courtyards, succulent gardens, and smaller landscape spaces where a full-sized jade would become too large.
The glossy green succulent leaves are held densely along thick branching stems, creating an attractive evergreen shrub with year-round structure. Once established, it develops excellent drought tolerance and thrives in coastal gardens, waterwise landscapes, and decorative pots with very little maintenance.
They look excellent when used in succulent gardens, decorative containers, rockeries, bonsai-style plantings, and contemporary landscapes where compact evergreen structure and low-maintenance performance are desired. Mature plants may also produce clusters of small white to pale pink flowers during winter.
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Key Information to Know
Evergreen / Deciduous
Crassula ovata ‘Minima’ – Dwarf Jade Plant is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: 50cm - 1m
Mature Width: 50cm - 1m
Crassula ovata ‘Minima’ – Dwarf Jade Plant is expected to grow 10cm - 20cm per year under suitable conditions.
Frost Tolerance
Is Crassula ovata ‘Minima’ – Dwarf Jade Plant frost tolerant?
Crassula ovata ‘Minima’ – Dwarf Jade Plant is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.
Flowering Information
Crassula ovata ‘Minima’ produces clusters of small star-shaped white to pale pink flowers during late autumn and winter. The blooms create a delicate seasonal display above the compact foliage, adding ornamental interest during the cooler months while complementing its neat growth habit.
Native Information
Is Crassula ovata ‘Minima’ – Dwarf Jade Plant an Australian Native? No
Crassula ovata ‘Minima’ – Dwarf Jade Plant is Native to
Wildlife Value
Its seasonal flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinators during the flowering period, supporting biodiversity within succulent and waterwise landscapes. The dense evergreen branching also provides sheltered microhabitats for beneficial insects within garden settings.
Sunlight Information
Crassula ovata ‘Minima’ – Dwarf Jade Plant will thrive best in:
Preffered Soil
Crassula ovata ‘Minima’ performs best in free-draining sandy or loam soils with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. It will also tolerate poorer soils and exposed garden positions provided drainage remains excellent. Avoid heavy clay or persistently wet conditions, as excess moisture can lead to root and stem problems. Allow the soil to dry between watering once established to maintain healthy growth, foliage quality and long-term vigour.
Botanical Information
Botanical Information
Botanical Information
Common Name: Dwarf Jade Plant
Genus: Crassula
Botanical Species: ovata
Family: Crassulaceae
Botanical Name: Crassula ovata ‘Minima’
Landscape Uses
Landscape Uses
Crassula ovata ‘Minima’ – Dwarf Jade Plant works in an:
Planting, Spacing & Care
Planting, Spacing & Care
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Crassula ovata ‘Minima’ – Dwarf Jade Plant is expected to grow 10cm - 20cm per year under suitable conditions.
Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting
Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting
Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.
- 30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
- 40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
- 50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
- 100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
- 150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
- 200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
- 300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
- 400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
- 500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
- 750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
- 1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
- 2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)
Ideal Conditions
Ideal Conditions
Thrives in
Frost Tolerance
Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.
Drought Tolerance
As a young plant it benefits from occasional watering to establish a healthy root system, particularly during extended dry periods. Once established, Mini Jade Plant shows excellent drought tolerance and performs reliably through prolonged dry conditions with minimal supplementary watering.
Flowering Information
Flowering Information
Does Crassula ovata ‘Minima’ – Dwarf Jade Plant flower?
Flowering Period:
Flower Type:
Flower Colour:
White
Crassula ovata ‘Minima’ produces clusters of small star-shaped white to pale pink flowers during late autumn and winter. The blooms create a delicate seasonal display above the compact foliage, adding ornamental interest during the cooler months while complementing its neat growth habit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
