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The enchanting Baby Necklace Crassula, also known by its botanical name Crassula perforata, is a true gem for New Zealand gardeners and succulent lovers alike. Instantly recognisable for its stacked, bead-like green leaves edged in soft pink, the Baby Necklace Crassula brings whimsical form and vibrant colour to indoor collections, patio pots, and rock gardens. This hardy South African succulent is revered for its low-maintenance care, drought tolerance, and charming growth habit, making it the perfect companion plant for both novice and seasoned gardeners. Whether you're seeking statement foliage or playful trailing accents, Crassula perforata is a must-have in any succulent collection.

Crassula perforata

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Crassula perforata, commonly known as String of Buttons, is a succulent grown for its interesting and colourful foliage. It produces narrow and erect stems that host light green leaves tinged with red in a stacked manner. It typically grows to 30 cm tall and the same wide. Crassula perforata is commonly grown as an indoor plant, added to rock gardens, planted around pools and other outdoor living areas, or maintained in a container. It is well suited to using as an office plant due to its hardy nature.

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  • Suited to regions:
    Subtropical, Temperate
  • Plant type:
    Succulents
  • Height:
    30 cm
  • Spread:
    30 cm
  • Flowering time:
    Summer
  • Tolerances:
    Extended dry periods
  • Garden uses:
    Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
  • Garden styles:
    Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
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What Makes Baby Necklace Crassula Special?

The Baby Necklace Crassula is celebrated for its unique leaf shape and vibrant hues. Its leaves grow in opposite pairs, stacked along a thick, branching stem like beads on a necklace—hence its delightful name. The trailing stems can reach around 30cm, effortlessly draping over edges of containers or hanging baskets. During the warmer months, Baby Necklace Crassula may surprise you with clusters of tiny, star-shaped pink flowers, attracting pollinators and elevating your garden’s charm.

Growing and Caring for Crassula Perforata

Baby Necklace Crassula thrives in bright, indirect sunlight, but it can also tolerate several hours of direct morning sun. It prefers well-drained soil—a cactus or succulent mix is ideal—and appreciates infrequent but deep watering. Allow the soil to dry completely between waterings to prevent root rot. Fertilise sparingly during spring and summer for rich, healthy growth. In cooler climates, bring your pots indoors to protect from frost.

If you enjoy collecting unique succulents, explore similar varieties like Crassula ovata (Money Tree), Crassula arborescens, and Crassula pellucida variegata to diversify your display.

Landscape and Indoor Uses

The Baby Necklace Crassula is a versatile plant, perfect for mixed succulent arrangements, hanging baskets, and container gardens. Its trailing stems and neat growth habit make it a popular choice for living centrepieces and decorative planters. For a textured succulent display, combine Baby Necklace Crassula with other trailing plants like Crassula sarmentosa Comet or miniature forms such as Crassula ovata minima. If you’re looking to expand your succulent garden, companion species such as Sempervivum calcareum (Houseleek Sempervivum) and Faucaria tigrina offer striking leaf shapes and drought resilience.

Succulent Companions for Kiwi Gardens

For a truly unique garden, blend the Baby Necklace Crassula with bold foliage plants like Mangave Mission To Mars, architectural Furcraea guatemalensis (Guatemalan Furcraea), or dramatic Agave vilmoriniana. The Baby Necklace Crassula’s playful form and colour provide the perfect contrast and complement to these plants, creating a striking, low-maintenance landscape or indoor oasis.

Ready to add a touch of charm and whimsy to your home? The Baby Necklace Crassula awaits, offering enduring beauty and effortless care for Kiwi gardeners and plant enthusiasts.


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