jade trailing plant Buy Senecio Jacobsenii 'Trailing Jade' Variegata Australia

jade trailing plant Buy Senecio Jacobsenii 'Trailing Jade' Variegata AustraliaSenecio jacobsenii Trailing Jade Variegata is a rare and eye catching variegated cultivar of Senecio jacobsenii, a trailing succulent native to the mountainous regions of Kenya and Tanzania. Belonging to the Asteraceae family, this cultivar is prized for its colourful, cascading foliage and vigorous spreading habit, making it particularly suited to hanging baskets, vertical gardens, or as a striking spiller in mixed succulent arrangements. The fleshy,

Senecio jacobsenii ‘Trailing Jade’ Variegata is a rare and eye-catching variegated cultivar of Senecio jacobsenii, a trailing succulent native to the mountainous regions of Kenya and Tanzania. Belonging to the Asteraceae family, this cultivar is prized for its colourful, cascading foliage and vigorous spreading habit, making it particularly suited to hanging baskets, vertical gardens, or as a striking spiller in mixed succulent arrangements.

The fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves grow in overlapping rows along long, trailing stems. Each leaf displays a marbled mix of creamy white, lime green, and emerald tones, with cooler temperatures often inducing a stunning violet or reddish blush, especially at the edges. This seasonal colour shift adds to its ornamental value, creating an ever-changing display throughout the year.

While it closely resembles the unrelated Crassula ovata (commonly called Jade Plant), Senecio jacobsenii is distinguishable by its growth pattern and leaf texture. Mature stems may reach several metres in length over time, although the plant itself remains low-growing, generally around 10 cm tall and spreading to 20 cm or more before trailing downwards.

In optimal conditions, it will produce clusters of bright orange, daisy-like blooms typical of its botanical family. These flowers often emerge in late summer to autumn. It thrives in bright, indirect light and well-draining soil, with minimal watering required—perfect for drought-tolerant gardens or low-maintenance indoor settings. Protect from heavy frost, as it prefers mild to warm climates similar to many regions across Australia.

Senecio Jacobsenii 'Trailing Jade' Variegata, plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants to those shown in images. May have some minor marks on leaves as shown. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions.

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Please Note:

• All plants are sent bare rooted with no pots and soil, or minimum soil only.
• Due to the drying process necessary for sending plants through the mail, plants may look slightly different than images shown on our website
• Some plants, may look wrinkled when they arrive, may be somewhat limp, or soft to the touch. This is normal as they have been dried out for for a number of days before shipping to avoid rotting in the mail.
• Succulents are very hardy plants and they will recover quickly, providing you unpack them as soon as you receive them follow some simple care instructions you will find with your order.

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