Campfire Crassula

Campfire Crassula

1 Gallon
$19.00
Sale price  $19.00 Regular price 
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Campfire Crassula
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Campfire Crassula

Crassula capitella 'Campfire'

Fiery Sun-Stressed Coloration • Fast-Spreading Color Mat • Ultra Low-Maintenance

$19.00
Sale price  $19.00 Regular price 
Size1 Gallon

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Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

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Campfire Crassula ignites the garden with a blaze of intense color. This low-growing succulent forms dense, spreading rosettes of propeller-like leaves that dramatically transform from luminous lime green in shade to vibrant shades of orange, red, and scarlet under bright sun, creating a stunning "burning" effect. Its fiery foliage provides year-round visual heat, requiring virtually no maintenance. In summer, it sends up tall stalks of tiny, white star-shaped flowers, adding an elegant contrast. Perfect for adding a punch of persistent color to containers, rockeries, or as a dramatic groundcover in warm climates.

  • Foliage undergoes a spectacular color change from bright green to brilliant orange, red, and scarlet with increased sun exposure.

  • Forms a fast-spreading, low mat of densely packed, stacked leaves, creating exceptional textural and color impact.

  • Extremely easy to grow, drought-tolerant, and thrives on neglect, making it perfect for beginners.

  • Produces tall, slender flower spikes adorned with small, fragrant white flowers in summer.

  • An excellent choice for containers, hanging baskets, succulent walls, or as a fiery-colored groundcover in frost-free zones.

  • Evergreen in mild climates, with a compact, prostrate growth habit that fills spaces beautifully.

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Features:Foliage: Triangular, propeller-like leaves in vibrant gradient - lime green at base to fiery orange-red tips.Flowers: Tiny white star-shaped blooms in summer.Habit: Spreading groundcover with upright clusters.Color: Most intense in bright light/cool temperatures
  • Mature Size:Height: 6-12 inches.Width: 2-3 feet
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade
  • Key Advantages:Drought and heat tolerant.Deer and rabbit resistant.Fire-resistant landscaping.Year-round color interest
  • Landscape Uses:Colorful succulent groundcover.Rock garden standout.Container "spiller" element.Firewise garden planting
FAQs

Q: How do I get the most intense red color?
A: Provide as much direct sunlight as possible. The vibrant red, orange, and scarlet hues are a direct response to strong light and mild stress. Some direct sun is essential for the full "Campfire" effect.

Q: Is it frost tolerant?
A: No, it is tender to frost and best suited for USDA zones 9-11. In colder climates, it should be grown in containers that can be brought indoors before the first frost, where it can still provide colorful interest on a sunny windowsill.

Q: How do I propagate it?
A: It propagates effortlessly from stem cuttings or even single leaves. Simply let the cut end callous over for a few days, then place it on or in well-draining soil. It roots quickly, allowing you to easily create more plants.

Q: What's the difference between this and the regular 'Crassula capitella'?
A: The 'Campfire' cultivar is specifically selected for its compact, low-growing, spreading habit and its intense, reliable red-orange coloration in sun. The standard species (C. capitella) may grow taller (more upright), be less compact, and its color change might be less vivid or more variable.

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We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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