{"product_id":"calico-kitten-3-pot-var","title":"Calico Kitten Variegated - 3\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eCrassula pellucida variegata, known as Calico Kitten, is a delicate trailing succulent with small heart-shaped leaves splashed in cream, green and rosy pink. In bright light and cool weather the pink deepens to vivid magenta along the leaf edges, creating a vibrant patchwork. The thin, sprawling stems cascade gracefully, making it a favourite for hanging pots and the edges of arrangements. In spring it bears tiny star-shaped white flowers. The variegated, low-chlorophyll leaves need bright light but some protection from the harshest sun. Easy to propagate and quick to trail, it is a charming, colourful accent succulent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrassulaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8-15 cm (trailing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-30 cm trailing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeart-shaped, variegated cream-green-pink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical, semi-arid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright indirect light with gentle morning sun; protect from harsh sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoak-and-dry; water only when soil is dry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGritty, fast-draining cactus\/succulent mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-30 C; protect below 5 C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow to moderate; keep airy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDilute feed once monthly in growing season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrim trailing stems to shape and refresh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 1-2 years in fresh dry mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStem cuttings, very easy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMealybugs, aphids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally non-toxic; mild if ingested\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for hanging baskets, wall pots and trailing over the edges of succulent arrangements where its colourful heart leaves cascade. A lovely decorative accent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn India, give bright light with morning sun to deepen the pink, but shield the variegated leaves from scorching afternoon sun. Keep it dry and airy through the monsoon to avoid rot on the thin stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Calico Kitten?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater only when the soil is fully dry, roughly every 10-12 days in warm weather and much less in winter and monsoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I get the pink colour?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBright light with gentle morning sun and cooler temperatures deepen the pink and magenta edges; too little light fades it to plain cream-green.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrassula are generally low in toxicity, but ingestion can cause mild stomach upset, so keep it away from pets that like to chew.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the variegated leaves take full sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cream variegation has little chlorophyll and burns easily, so give bright light with only gentle morning sun and shade from harsh afternoon sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt roots very easily from stem cuttings; snip a trailing piece, let it callus briefly, then lay it on dry mix and it will root.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the stems getting bare and leggy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeggy bare stems mean insufficient light. Move it brighter and trim back to encourage fuller new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, at a bright window. Hang it where it gets plenty of light to keep the colour and dense trailing habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen does it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt produces tiny star-shaped white flowers, usually in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are leaves dropping easily?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe delicate leaves can drop from handling, stress or overwatering. Be gentle and keep the soil on the dry side.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA dilute balanced or cactus feed once a month during active growth is sufficient; avoid feeding in dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256075452662,"sku":"PLT-CALICOKITTEN-P03-VAR","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/s6L52xUuY58TSVz4yGKM1o57G63CIgf4trjXywfp.jpg?v=1783920585","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/calico-kitten-3-pot-var","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}