Light Requirements: Prefers bright, direct sunlight. It thrives in full sun conditions, especially outdoors, but can tolerate bright, indirect light indoors if placed near a south- or west-facing window.
Watering Needs: Water thoroughly but allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. This plant is highly drought-tolerant and prone to root rot if overwatered. Reduce watering significantly in winter or during dormancy.
Soil Preference: Use a well-draining cactus or succulent mix with added perlite or pumice for increased aeration. Avoid standard potting soil, which retains too much moisture.
How to Fertilize: Feed lightly during the active growing season (spring and summer) using a diluted, balanced cactus fertilizer once every 4–6 weeks. No fertilizer is needed in fall and winter.
Hardiness Zone: Suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 9–11. It can be grown outdoors year-round in warm climates, but must be protected from frost and freezing temperatures.
Pet Safety: Mildly toxic to pets. Crassula species may cause vomiting or gastrointestinal upset if ingested by cats or dogs. Keep out of reach of curious pets.
Additional Care Tips: This is a fast-growing succulent with dense, stacked foliage resembling a braided chain. It benefits from regular trimming to maintain shape and prevent legginess. Easily propagated from stem cuttings—allow cut ends to callous before planting. Repot every 2–3 years in fresh soil, especially if the plant becomes top-heavy.
