How do you care for Crassula ovata 'Gollum' so it becomes a money tree?

Also known as the money tree, our succulent Crassula ovata 'Gollum' has such a fresh and artistic name that it must be no ordinary succulent. It is a succulent plant in the Crassulaceae family, genus Crassula, and its original homeland is South Africa. Below, the editor will introduce the cultivation knowledge for Crassula ovata 'Gollum'.

I. Introduction to Crassula ovata 'Gollum'

Crassula ovata 'Gollum' is also called the money tree and the jade tree curl. Its stem is quite prominent, and the epidermis shows two forms, yellow-brown and gray-brown. Its special feature is that its cross-section is oval. The leaves are emerald green and glossy, and in winter its tips take on a rose-like red, contrasting with the pale green, giving it a distinctive beauty. The leaves are usually thick and cylindrical, with a faint red edge.

II. How to care for Crassula ovata 'Gollum', cultivation methods for Crassula ovata 'Gollum'

1. When planting Crassula ovata 'Gollum', choose a flower pot proportionate to the plant, and use a loose, breathable soil mix, to which some fertilizer can also be added appropriately. For Crassula ovata 'Gollum' during the growing season, watering should follow the principle of watering thoroughly once the soil has dried out.

2. When temperatures are high in summer, give it appropriate shading, and generally water in the evening. Succulents in the winter dormant period need the soil kept dry. Fertilizer should be diluted when applied; too much fertilizer will cause the plant to age prematurely.

3. When repotting in spring, prune the plant to ensure a neat plant shape. The usual propagation method for the succulent Crassula ovata 'Gollum' is cuttings, which have a relatively higher survival rate.