Crassula Ovata Obliqua 'California Red Tip' Jade Plant
Crassula Ovata Obliqua 'California Red Tip' Jade Plant - 4” Nursery Pot is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Description
Description
Turn Up the Color with California Red Tip Jade
Crassula ovata ‘California Red Tip’ is a show-stopping jade with broad, fleshy leaves edged in ruby red. This succulent’s vibrant margins develop when it basks in bright light, rewarding you with ever-more intense coloration. Exceptionally drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, it’s perfect for both beginner and seasoned collectors.
Plant Profile
- Botanical Name: Crassula ovata ‘California Red Tip’
- Common Name: California Red Tip Jade Plant
- Family: Crassulaceae
- Native Range: South Africa
- Mature Size: Up to 2–3 feet tall; 2–3 feet wide
Care & Cultivation
- Light: Bright, direct sun maximizes red edging; tolerates bright indirect light with slightly muted tips.
- Water: Allow soil to dry completely between waterings—overwatering leads to root rot.
- Soil: Use a well-draining mix (cactus/succulent potting soil with extra perlite).
- Temperature: 45–90 °F (7–32 °C); protect from frost.
- Humidity: Average home humidity; thrives in dry air.
- Fertilizer: Feed lightly (½ strength) once in spring and once in summer with a balanced succulent fertilizer.
- Pruning & Training: Remove spent stems or leggy growth to maintain a compact, branching form.
- Propagation: Leaf or stem cuttings root easily in dry, well-draining substrate.
- Pests & Problems: Watch for mealybugs and scale; treat early with neem or insecticidal soap.
- Toxicity: Mildly toxic if ingested; keep away from curious pets and children.
Why You’ll Love It
With its vivid red margins and sculptural form, California Red Tip Jade adds architectural interest and a pop of color to any display. Its hardy nature and drought tolerance make it an ideal desk companion, windowsill centerpiece, or tabletop accent.
Fun Fact
The intensity of the red tip coloration is a direct response to sunlight—more direct rays yield deeper, more dramatic hues.
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Live Plants – Frequently Asked Questions
Shipping
What will I receive?
What will I receive?
You’ll receive one healthy live plant in the nursery-pot or hanging-basket size selected above. The listed size refers to the approximate diameter of the nursery pot, not the plant’s total height or width.
Because every plant is naturally unique, height, fullness, leaf count, coloration, variegation, vine length, maturity, and overall shape may differ from the photographs.
Unless the product listing specifically states otherwise, plants arrive in a standard nursery grow pot. Decorative planters, baskets, saucers, stands, and other accessories are sold separately.
When will my plant ship or be delivered?
When will my plant ship or be delivered?
Please allow approximately 10–15 business days for processing and preparation. Ten business days is the earliest end of the range, and many orders require most or all of the stated processing window.
Processing time is separate from carrier transit time. Local NYC delivery also requires preparation and does not automatically mean same-day or next-day service.
Orders may occasionally require additional time because of plant availability, order volume, weather, seasonal demand, or courier coordination. We will send an update when confirmed fulfillment, tracking, or delivery information becomes available.
How are live plants packaged?
How are live plants packaged?
Each live plant is inspected and packed according to its size, shape, and shipping needs. Soil and foliage may be secured to reduce movement during transit, and protective materials may be added when appropriate.
Temporary drooping, shifted soil, limited leaf loss, or minor cosmetic stress can occur while a plant adjusts after shipping. This does not necessarily mean the plant is unhealthy.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
What should I do when my plant arrives?
Unpack the plant promptly and carefully remove all protective packaging. Place it in appropriate light and allow it time to adjust to its new environment.
Check the soil before watering. Do not water automatically upon arrival because the plant may already have adequate moisture. Avoid immediately fertilizing, heavily pruning, or repeatedly moving the plant while it acclimates.
Should I repot my plant immediately?
Should I repot my plant immediately?
We generally recommend allowing a newly delivered plant time to acclimate before repotting unless there is an urgent plant-health reason to do so.
Repotting an eligible small plant during the first 15 days may void the Plant Health Guarantee because it can make the cause of decline difficult to determine.
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
Report shipping or delivery damage within 48 hours. Keep the plant and all packaging while the concern is being reviewed.
Please provide your order number, a photograph of the entire plant, close-up photographs of the concern, and photographs of the box and packaging when applicable.
Small plants in nursery pots measuring 8 inches and below may also qualify for our 15-Day Plant Health Guarantee. Large plants in nursery pots measuring 10 inches and above have a 48-hour inspection and reporting window.
Review our Refund & Returns Policy for complete eligibility and documentation requirements.
How can I get help with my order or plant?
How can I get help with my order or plant?
For the fastest assistance, use the AI chat assistant on our website. It can help with common order-status, delivery, policy, product, and plant-care questions.
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