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RedCrocus Elephant Bush, Variegated Dwarf Jade Portulacaria, Indoor & Outdoor Succulent, Care Tips, Non-toxic, Pet-Friendly, Well-draining Soil, Low Maintenance 6" Pot
RedCrocus Elephant Bush, Variegated Dwarf Jade Portulacaria, Indoor & Outdoor Succulent, Care Tips, Non-toxic, Pet-Friendly, Well-draining Soil, Low Maintenance 6" Pot
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Elephant Bush, Elephant Food, Dwarf Jade Portulacaria, Assorted, Variegated
Description
This versatile succulent features small, rounded leaves with variegation, forming a dense, bushy appearance. It is drought-tolerant and makes a great low-maintenance addition to both indoor and outdoor gardens.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for container planting, rock gardens, and outdoor landscape borders. It thrives in sunny locations and can be used as ground cover or in decorative arrangements.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Portulacaria afra variegata -
Common Name: Elephant Bush, Elephant Food, Dwarf Jade -
Size & Growth: Typically 1-3 feet tall and wide, slow to moderate growth rate -
Hardiness Zones: 9-11 -
Foliage Type: Evergreen, Variegated -
Bloom Time: Late winter to early spring -
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate -
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade -
Attracts Pollinators: Yes -
Indoor Friendly: Yes, with plenty of sunlight -
Container Friendly: Yes -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Non-toxic to cats and dogs -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: Not typically used as cut flowers -
Grows Well With: Succulents, cacti, desert plants
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Use well-draining soil and position in full sun for best growth. -
Soil Moisture: Water only when soil is dry, avoid overwatering. -
Soil Type: Sandy, loamy, or cactus mix -
Humidity: Tolerant of dry conditions -
Pruning Instructions: Light pruning to shape, remove dead branches as needed -
Winter Care: Protect from frost; bring indoors if temperatures drop below zone 9 -
Planting Depth: Plant minimally below soil line -
Fertilization: Use cactus or succulent fertilizer during the growing season -
Special Care: Avoid excess watering; ensure good drainage
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