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variegated jade plant for sale

Looking for a stunning variegated jade plant for sale in New Zealand? The variegated jade plant (Crassula ovata ‘Variegata’) brings a splash of creamy yellow and green to any indoor or outdoor space. With its unique, marbled leaves and classic easy-care nature, this striking succulent is perfect for both new and experienced plant lovers. Whether you’re enhancing your home décor, building a drought-tolerant garden, or gifting a special friend, a variegated jade plant makes a resilient and beautiful choice.

Tulbaghia variegata 'Tricolor 'plant with elegant pink flowers.

Tulbaghia variegata 'Tricolor' (Society Garlic)

Tulbaghia variegata 'Tricolor' is a striking evergreen perennial valued for its narrow green leaves edged with cream and flushed pink. This decorative garlic plant performs exceptionally well in New Zealand gardens and adds year round colour and texture.

Buy Tulbaghia variegata 'Tricolor' (Society Garlic)

From $11.50

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Perennials

Height: 30 cm

Spread: 40 cm

Flowering time: Summer, Autumn

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas

Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical

Crassula perforata

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.

Buy Crassula perforata

From $26.15

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

What is a Variegated Jade Plant?

The variegated jade plant is a special form of the well-known jade plant, Crassula ovata. Its main attraction is the gorgeous cream-white striping on fleshy, glossy green leaves. New growth often shows vibrant pink tinges along the edges, especially in full sun. Like the standard jade, this succulent is slow-growing and tolerant of neglect, making it ideal for busy lifestyles or beginner gardeners.

If you love the look of variegated foliage, you may also enjoy Crassula ovata tricolor (Crassula Plant), which offers an extra splash of colour variation.

Why Choose a Variegated Jade Plant?

Choosing a variegated jade plant for sale means selecting a versatile and hardy succulent that’s sure to stand out. These plants are renowned for their:

Low maintenance care: Water sparingly, provide bright light, and watch them thrive.
Air-purifying qualities: Like many succulents, jade plants help improve indoor air quality.
Unique aesthetic: The variegated pattern adds visual interest to containers, rock gardens, and succulent bowls.

Are you building a Crassula collection? Pair your variegated jade with Crassula Buddhas Temple (Buddha's Temple Plant) for architectural contrast or add Crassula pellucida variegata for a trailing habit beneath your upright jades.

How to Care for Your Variegated Jade Plant

Caring for your variegated jade plant is a breeze. Pot it in free-draining succulent mix, provide as much bright, indirect light as possible, and allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Variegated types are a bit more sensitive to strong sun, so afternoon shade can help prevent leaf scorch.

If you’re growing outdoors, ensure protection from heavy frost. You’ll find that jade plants are forgiving and quickly bounce back from the occasional missed watering.

For more compact or ground-covering Crassula varieties, explore Crassula multicava and Crassula coccinea.