Crassula perforata ssp. kougaensis
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Crassula perforata ssp. kougaensis: One of the best-loved stacked Crassula with alternating, triangular leaves of pale green. It is native to South Africa where it grows among rocks and in the crevices of cliffsides and blooms from midsummer to fall. When grown in full sun, the edges can take on a rosy pink hue. It branches freely, growing up to 10.0" tall in cultivation for a nice spilling effect in arrangements. Alternatively, it is easy to keep compact by pruning and replanting.
Soft succulents will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures they can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. They need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 50% to 70% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply enough for water to run out the drainage hole, then wait for the soil to fully dry before watering again.
This variety is easy to re-root from stem cuttings. Look to our Succulent Cuttings Guide for tips on succulent propagation.
Product Size
2.0" Pot
Current Primary Color
Green
All Seasonal Colors
Pink
Bloom Color
White Bloom
Grow Zone (Hardiness)
Zone 10 (30F)
Recommended Light Conditions
Bright Indoor Light, Filtered / Partial Sun
Maximum Height
9"-12"
Growth Habit / Shape
Hanging / Trailing, Vertical Grower / Tall Stem
Special Characteristic
Easy to Propagate
THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+
10
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I think seeing these two next to each other would help more than a simple description so I grabbed them both from the greenhouse and snapped a photo. Ivory towers is on the left and string of buttons is on the right. Ivory towers has much larger leaves than string of buttons and its colors tend to be more distinct. By that I mean, there's not much of a gradient between the red leaf margin and the pale blue-green part.
String of buttons also has a thinner stem and more red spots on the leaves when compared to ivory towers.
String of buttons also has a thinner stem and more red spots on the leaves when compared to ivory towers.
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The differences between these three are mostly about leaf shape and size.
Crassula perforata ssp. kougaensis is distinguished from the other two by its longer leaves as well as its internode length (the space between the pairs of leaves). Because of this longer internode, the stem of this plant is visible more often than the other two.
Crassula 'Baby's Necklace' has the smallest leaves of the three and tends to maintain a bronze coloration.
Crassula 'Jade Necklace', true to its name, maintains much more green in its colors. Its internode length is short, like C. 'Baby's Necklace', but its leaves are a tad larger over all, but especially thicker. Crassula 'Jade Necklace' also has cilia on the margins of the leaves.
Crassula perforata ssp. kougaensis is distinguished from the other two by its longer leaves as well as its internode length (the space between the pairs of leaves). Because of this longer internode, the stem of this plant is visible more often than the other two.
Crassula 'Baby's Necklace' has the smallest leaves of the three and tends to maintain a bronze coloration.
Crassula 'Jade Necklace', true to its name, maintains much more green in its colors. Its internode length is short, like C. 'Baby's Necklace', but its leaves are a tad larger over all, but especially thicker. Crassula 'Jade Necklace' also has cilia on the margins of the leaves.
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Succulents need grittier soil than other plants because they are adapted to dry conditions and store water in their leaves. Regular potting soil mixes stay damp for long periods of time, which can cause rot in succulents. Instead, use a sandy, well-draining soil so you can water thoroughly without leaving your succulent in standing water.
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Our plants can be transplanted immediately upon arrival.
If you want to wait to transplant, they can remain in their original containers for up to a month. If the pots came in a plastic carrier tray, remove the pots from the carrier tray prior to the first watering.
Keep the plants indoors near a sunny window or outdoors under a roof (only if outdoor temperatures stay above your succulent's minimum hardiness temperature). Water only after the soil is fully dry by drenching from above with a faucet, hose, or watering can. Gently shake excess water from the leaves and allow containers to drain completely.
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Fertilizing is not necessary, but it is a good option for succulent growers who want to encourage faster, larger growth. It can be used on mature plants with established roots. Only fertilize in the growing season (spring and summer for most varieties) to avoid weakening or burning dormant plants. Use a light touch and make 2-3 applications of low-Nitrogen, diluted fertilizer each year (N-P-K ratio around 5-10-10). You can find specially-formulated cactus / succulent fertilizers in most garden centers or go organic with compost tea or bone meal.
Example: Miracle-Gro Quick Start, diluted to half strength
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Succulents need deep, infrequent watering, especially during their growing season and when they are young and establishing roots. Only water after the soil is completely dry and the plant feels less firm. Err on the side of underwatering. Watering too frequently is the most common way to kill succulents.
HOW TO WATER SUCCULENTS
- Drench from above using a faucet, hose, or watering can
- Do not mist with a spray bottle (the only exception is for Air Plants)
- Water until it drains from the container's drainage hole. If your container does not have a drainage hole (not recommended), use about 1/3 the volume of the container…
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Different succulent varieties have different light needs. You can find the Recommended Light Conditions on each variety's page by scrolling down to the Product Details. We use four categories of recommended light, and some plants can thrive under a range of light conditions.
LOW INDOOR LIGHT
- Can grow indoors without direct sun.
- Placing outdoors in direct sun or on sunny window sills might cause dark burns.
- There are a limited number of succulent varieties that thrive in low light, notably Haworthia, Gasteria, Peperomia, and some Jade…
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Many succulent varieties are only available seasonally because of their growing and propagation cycles. During the growing season, we can usually restock sets and trays weekly. Most individual plants will go in and out of stock through the seasons, but they are also restocked weekly when available. Thursday is usually the best day of the week for finding plants in stock. Spring and Summer are generally the best seasons for availability.
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35%-70% isopropyl alcohol works well for killing both mealybugs and spider mites. Spray the affected plant thoroughly, and keep spraying daily until you see no more evidence of pests. General pest prevention strategies include:
- Using very gritty succulent soil and pots with drainage holes
- Providing lots of sunlight and airflow
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Plants with similar light needs tend to work well together in a container. When you're browsing our catalog, you can use the "Recommended Light Conditions" filter on the left of every category page to filter by the amount of sunlight you can provide. If this will be an outdoor container, you'll also want to filter by "Grow Zone (Hardiness)" and pick plants for your USDA Hardiness Zone. If this container will stay indoors year-round, head to our Indoor Succulents Category and then filter by "Low Indoor Light" or "Bright Indoor Light" accordingly.
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“This plant came packaged individually wrapped, but the plant was not packed well in the pot. When I took it out of the small pot, the plant fell apart and some of the stems didn't even have roots. I immediately potted it and I'm watching it to make sure it grows.”
