Jade 'Gollum'

Name: Jade 'Gollum'

Botanical Name: Crassula ovata

Zone: 9

Soil: Well drained.

Exposure: Part sun, Low indoor light

Bloom Time and Color: White blooms

Description:  Crassula ovata 'Gollum' also known as Shrek Ears, is a succulent native to South Africa. Compact shrubby plant with thick stems. Tubular leaves with slight reddish tinge. Simple care. Requires well drained soil. Withstands dry and hot climates. Light watering with 4-6 hours of sunlight per day. Adds unique look to any home, can be used as bonsai.

Jade ‘Gollum’ (Crassula ovata ‘Gollum’) is a distinctive cultivar of the classic jade plant, valued for its unusual foliage and easy care.

Description

Growth habit: Slow-growing, woody succulent shrub with thick, branching stems. Over time it can develop a small, tree-like form.

Leaves: Tubular, finger-like leaves that curl inward, often ending in a small, flared, suction-cup or trumpet shape. Leaves are glossy green and may develop red or pink edging in bright light.

Size: Typically reaches 2–3 feet (60–90 cm) tall indoors, with similar spread when mature.

Flowers: Small, star-shaped white to pale pink flowers may appear in winter or early spring on mature, well-cared-for plants.

Texture & appeal: Sculptural and whimsical appearance, making it a popular choice for containers, bonsai-style training, and modern interiors.

Growing preferences 

Light: Bright, indirect light to some direct sun for best color.

Water: Drought-tolerant; water thoroughly, then let soil dry out completely.

Soil: Well-draining cactus or succulent mix.

Hardiness: Best as a houseplant; frost-tender.

Jade ‘Gollum’ is a hardy, low-maintenance succulent with a playful, alien-like look that stands out among jade varieties.