Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant
Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant is expected to grow 15cm to 30cm per year under suitable conditions.
Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant
Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant
Evergreen · Full Sun / Part Shade
Mature size: 1m–2m high × 1m–2m wide
- Evergreen
- Full Sun / Part Shade
- Mature height1m–2m
- Mature width1m–2m
- Frost Sensitive
- Good in pots
- Flowers
Cream and green variegated foliage provides bright year-round colour and contrast in succulent gardens and containers.
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Mature height & width
Mature height & width
- Mature height
- 1m to 2m
- Mature width
- 1m to 2m
Pot sizes & dimensions
Pot sizes & dimensions
| Pot / bag size | Width | Depth |
|---|---|---|
| 30cm Pot | 33cm | 30cm |
| 40cm/45L Pot | 44cm | 41.5cm |
| 50cm Pot / 70L Pot | 55cm | 41.8cm |
| 100L Bag | 50.6cm | 52.8cm |
| 150L Bag | 66cm | 55cm |
| 200L Bag | 71.5cm | 60.5cm |
| 300L Bag | 88cm | 63.8cm |
| 400L Bag | 99cm | 66cm |
| 500L Bag | 122cm | 66cm |
| 750L Bag | 134cm | 69cm |
| 1000L Bag | 146.3cm | 71.5cm |
| 2000L Bag | 176cm | 82.5cm |
General planting reference from our existing size guide. Actual containers can vary by supplier and batch; confirm exact dimensions if required.
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About Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’
Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ is an evergreen succulent shrub whose fleshy leaves are streaked and margined in cream, pale yellow and green, with pink tones developing along the edges in cooler weather. Thick woody stems branch into a rounded shrub, and the pale foliage stands out against plain green planting.
Give it full sun to bright part shade, leaning towards light shade in the hottest inland gardens because the cream sectors can scorch. Soil must drain freely. It suits coastal, warm temperate and Mediterranean climates, adds 15 to 30 centimetres a year, and copes with light frost only, so shelter it where winters are cold.
Plant it where lighter foliage is wanted: pots by an entry, raised succulent beds, dry rockeries and courtyard gardens with limited irrigation. It also does good work as a contrast plant in mixed succulent plantings. The variegation carries colour through the whole year without depending on a flowering season.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Variegated Jade Plant
What is Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’?
It is a variegated form of the jade plant, an evergreen succulent shrub from South Africa. The thick leaves are marked with cream and yellow against green, and the edges often flush pink in cold or bright conditions. It branches into a rounded shrub with woody stems as it matures.
How big does the Variegated Jade Plant grow?
Roughly 1 to 1.5 metres tall and about 1 metre wide in the ground over a number of years. It is usually a little slower and slightly smaller than plain green jade, because the cream areas of the leaf carry less chlorophyll. Pot grown plants commonly stay under 80 centimetres.
Does it need sun or shade?
Bright light holds the variegation. Give it full sun in coastal and cooler districts, and morning sun with afternoon shade in hot inland gardens, where the cream sections can burn. In deep shade the leaves revert towards green, the colour contrast fades and the stems stretch and go floppy.
Is it frost tolerant?
Only to light frost, and less so than green jade. The fleshy leaves mark easily when frost settles on them, and damage is worse where the soil is cold and wet. In frost prone areas, grow it in a container that can be moved, or plant it under a verandah or evergreen canopy.
When does it flower?
In winter, when small white to pale pink star shaped flowers open in loose clusters at the tips of the stems. Flowering is not the main reason to grow this plant, since the variegated foliage carries the display all year, but a mature specimen in full sun flowers dependably most seasons.
Is it safe around pets?
Keep it away from cats and dogs. Jade plants are listed as toxic to both, and animals that chew the leaves can vomit or become lethargic. Position it on a plant stand, a bench or a raised pot rather than at ground level if you have pets that graze on foliage.
How do I care for a Variegated Jade Plant?
Water deeply, then let the soil dry right out before the next watering, and ease off through winter. Feed lightly once in spring, since heavy feeding pushes soft growth and washes out the variegation. Cut out any fully green shoots that appear so the plant does not revert. Watch for mealybug.
| Mature height | 1m to 2m |
|---|---|
| Mature width | 1m to 2m |
| Position | Full Sun / Part Shade |
| Growth per year | 15cm to 30cm per year under suitable conditions |
| Frost | Frost Sensitive |
| Foliage | Evergreen (foliage year round) |
| Form | Shrub · Rounded |
| Uses | Feature Tree · Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots · Shrubs |
- Foliage
Evergreen (foliage year round)
- Position
- Form
- Use
- Mature height
- 1m to 2m
- Mature width
- 1m to 2m
Planting Information
Uses in my Garden
Uses in my Garden
Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant works in an:
Is Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant Evergreen or Deciduous?
Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: 1m to 2m
Mature Width: 1m to 2m
Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant is expected to grow 15cm to 30cm per year under suitable conditions.
Growth Rate of Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant
Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant is expected to grow 15cm to 30cm per year under suitable conditions.
They are considered to have a:
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant
Is Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant frost tolerant?
Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant is Frost Sensitive – May suffer damage from frost, best in frost-free or protected spots.
Does Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant Flower?
Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ 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 attractive foliage, although the plant is primarily valued for its cream, green and pink-variegated leaves that provide year-round colour.
Does Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant flower?
Flowering Period:
Flower Type:
Flower Colour:
White
Is Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant an Australian Native Tree?
No
Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant is Native to
What is the Wildlife Value of Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant ?
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.
How much Sunlight does Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant need?
Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant will thrive best in:
Preferred Soil?
Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ 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, vibrant foliage colour and long-term vigour.
Is Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant Drought Tolerant?
Is Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Jade Plant Drought tolerant?
As a young plant it benefits from occasional watering to establish a healthy root system, particularly during extended dry periods. Once established, Variegated Jade Plant shows excellent drought tolerance and performs reliably through prolonged dry conditions with minimal supplementary watering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides 'Balls' is Star Jasmine grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere. The small glossy leaves sit tight on a woody framework, holding a clean rounded outline year round. White pinwheel flowers open in spring and carry a strong sweet scent right across a courtyard.
Ball specimens hold at about 1 to 1.5 metres tall and wide with light clipping. Full sun to part shade suits them, in any free draining soil. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year. They handle coastal exposure, light frost and dry spells once the roots are down.
Repeat them along a driveway, either side of an entry, or in pots on a terrace where a formal shape is wanted straight away. They read as structure in a planting scheme without the height of a hedge, and because the form is already trained, a new garden looks settled from the day it goes in.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Star Jasmine Balls
What are Star Jasmine Balls?
They are Trachelospermum jasminoides, the common Star Jasmine, grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere on a woody framework. Instead of climbing, the plant is trained into a self supporting rounded shape. The foliage is small, glossy and dark green, and the plant carries scented white flowers through spring.
How big do Star Jasmine Balls grow?
They hold at roughly 1 to 1.5 metres tall and 1 to 1.5 metres wide. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year, so a light clip once or twice a year keeps the ball tight at whatever size within that range suits the setting.
Do Star Jasmine Balls need sun or shade?
Full sun to part shade both work. Full sun gives the densest foliage and the heaviest flowering, while part shade produces slightly softer, more open growth and fewer flowers. Avoid deep shade, where the ball thins out and loses its outline. Morning sun with afternoon protection suits hot inland gardens.
Can Star Jasmine Balls be grown in pots?
Yes, and pots are one of the main uses. A container 50 to 60 centimetres wide with a quality free draining mix will hold a ball for years. Water more often than you would in the ground, especially in summer, and feed in spring and again in late summer. Refresh the mix every few years.
Are Star Jasmine Balls evergreen?
Yes, the foliage is held year round. The glossy dark green leaves take on a bronze tinge in cold weather and green up again in spring, but the plant never goes bare. That is what makes it useful as permanent structure in a scheme, particularly in winter once perennials have died back.
When do Star Jasmine Balls flower?
Flowering runs through spring, roughly September to November, and often carries into early summer in warmer districts. The white pinwheel flowers are small but produced in quantity, and the scent is strong on still evenings. Flowering is heaviest on plants in full sun that were not clipped hard just before bud set.
How do I prune and care for Star Jasmine Balls?
Clip lightly with hedging shears once after flowering and again in late summer if needed, taking only the new growth to keep the outline crisp. Water deeply in dry weather, mulch the base, and feed in early spring. The sap is milky and can irritate skin, so wear gloves when trimming.
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia fruticosa, Coastal Rosemary, is an Australian native evergreen shrub from the headlands and dunes of the east coast. It builds a dense rounded bush of fine grey green leaves held in whorls, with small white to pale lilac flowers. Despite the common name it is not the culinary herb.
Mature plants sit at 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide, growing 30 to 60 centimetres a year, and they clip smaller without complaint. Full sun to part shade and sharp drainage are the requirements. Salt wind, sandy soil, drought and light to moderate frost are all handled.
It is a standard on coastal projects, road verges, council garden beds and exposed banks that need erosion cover. Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for an informal screen, or 80 centimetres for a clipped hedge. A single plant fills a 40 to 50 centimetre pot on a courtyard or balcony.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Coastal Rosemary
What is Coastal Rosemary?
Westringia fruticosa is an Australian native evergreen shrub from the headlands and dunes of the east coast. It forms a dense rounded bush of fine grey green leaves held in whorls, with small white to pale lilac flowers. Despite the common name it is not culinary rosemary and is not used in cooking.
How big does Coastal Rosemary grow?
Mature plants reach 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide. It clips readily to smaller dimensions and is often maintained at around a metre as a hedge or a low mound. Growth is moderate, roughly 30 to 60 centimetres a year, so it holds a trimmed shape well.
Is Coastal Rosemary suitable for coastal positions?
It is one of the best shrubs available for exposed coastal work. It grows naturally on sea cliffs and copes with salt laden wind, sand and reflected heat. It is used constantly on beachfront reserves, dune stabilisation projects and seaside gardens where little else holds a tidy shape.
When does Coastal Rosemary flower?
The main flush is spring and summer, roughly September through February, with scattered flowering at other times of the year in mild districts. The flowers are small, white to pale lilac and sit among the foliage rather than above it. Clipped hedges flower less than plants left to grow informally.
How far apart should I plant Coastal Rosemary for a hedge?
Space plants 80 centimetres apart for a tight formal hedge, or 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen. On banks and batters used for erosion cover, 1 metre in a staggered grid gives full ground coverage within about two growing seasons.
Can Coastal Rosemary grow in pots?
Yes. A pot 40 to 50 centimetres wide suits a single plant for a courtyard, entry or balcony. Use a free draining mix, because the roots will not tolerate sitting wet. Container plants need watering more often than those in the ground, plus a light trim to hold their shape.
How do I prune and care for Coastal Rosemary?
Trim lightly two or three times a year, taking the soft new growth and avoiding cuts into bare old wood, which reshoots poorly. Water through the first summer, then only in extended dry spells. On most soils it needs no feeding at all, and it resents heavy watering and poor drainage.
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
Westringia 'Wynyabbie Blue' is a hardy Australian native shrub grown for its lilac blue flowers, which are larger and more freely carried than those of the common white forms. Narrow grey green leaves sit in neat whorls on a dense rounded frame that holds its shape through the year.
Expect 1.5 to 2 metres in height and width at maturity, at 30 to 60 centimetres a year. Full sun brings the heaviest flowering, though part shade is accepted. Drainage matters above everything else, after which it takes salt wind, sandy or gravelly ground, drought and light to moderate frost.
Mass plantings on batters, median strips and coastal frontages are where it earns its keep, and it clips into a low hedge of about a metre without losing its flowering. Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for an informal screen. One plant fills a 40 to 50 centimetre pot neatly.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
What is Westringia Wynyabbie Blue?
Westringia 'Wynyabbie Blue' is a hardy Australian native shrub grown for its lilac blue flowers, which are larger and more freely carried than those of the common white forms. Narrow grey green leaves sit in neat whorls on a dense rounded frame. It is evergreen and holds its structure all year.
How big does Wynyabbie Blue grow?
It reaches 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide at maturity, growing 30 to 60 centimetres a year. It clips comfortably to around a metre if you want a lower hedge, and it will hold that height indefinitely given two or three light trims a year.
When does Wynyabbie Blue flower?
From spring right through autumn, roughly September to May, with sporadic flowers in winter in mild districts. The lilac blue flowers open in flushes rather than all at once, so there is usually some colour on the plant. Flowering is heaviest in full sun on lean, well drained soil.
Is Wynyabbie Blue drought tolerant?
Yes. Once the roots are established it needs very little water and copes with extended dry periods, which is why it is used on unirrigated median strips and road verges. Drainage matters more than watering, since the plant will die in soggy ground long before it dies of thirst.
Is Wynyabbie Blue suitable for coastal positions?
It is. Salt laden wind, sandy soils and reflected heat are all handled, and it is planted routinely on foreshore reserves and beachside gardens. In very exposed frontal positions the plant stays lower and denser than it would inland, which generally suits the situation anyway.
How far apart should I plant Wynyabbie Blue for a hedge?
Use 80 centimetres between plants for a clipped formal hedge, or 1 to 1.5 metres for a dense informal screen. For mass planting on banks and median strips, 1 metre in a staggered pattern gives full coverage within about two growing seasons and shades out most weeds.
How do I prune and care for Wynyabbie Blue?
Trim lightly after each flowering flush, taking soft growth only. Cutting back into bare old wood leaves gaps that will not fill in, so stay on top of it rather than letting it get away. Water through the first summer, then rarely. Avoid rich soils and heavy fertiliser.
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
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