Succulent
Jade Plant
Crassula ovata
Traits
Varieties We Carry
StandardCrassula ovata
Sizes & Pricing
8 inFrom$12.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 4.
LightPart Sun, Bright Shade
WaterLow
Mature size3-6 feet × 2-3 feet
About Jade Plant
Jade Plant (Crassula ovata) is a long-lived succulent shrub native to South Africa and Mozambique, featuring thick, glossy, oval leaves of deep jade green often flushed with red at the margins and a stout, woody trunk that develops with age. In winter, mature plants may produce clusters of small star-shaped white to pale pink flowers. A classic houseplant and container specimen worldwide, also grown outdoors in frost-free gardens. Starting at $12.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Winter
- Flower Color
- White, Pink
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Handles summer heat well once established. Can be planted with extra attention to watering.
Ideal planting window.
Bloom season. Retains foliage through winter. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Light
In NE Florida, grow jade plant in bright indirect light or morning sun with afternoon shade. Avoid intense all-day sun which can scorch leaves; an enclosed porch or sheltered patio location is ideal.
Water
Water sparingly — allow soil to dry completely between waterings. In NE Florida's rainy season, excellent drainage is critical to prevent root rot; container growing is strongly recommended over planting in ground.
Soil & Fertilizer
Use a gritty, fast-draining succulent or cactus mix. Fertilize sparingly with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength in spring and summer only; overfertilizing causes weak, leggy growth.
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Common questions
Is Jade Plant a good plant for St. Augustine?
Jade Plant is a succulent for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 3-6 feet × 2-3 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.