Crassula rupestris, a (mal)fragrant succulent

Succulents store water in their leaves and roots. They don't need to be watered frequently. On the contrary, too much water or poorly draining soil can rot the roots.

To avoid killing your plant, water it only when the substrate is two or three centimetres dry in summer and completely dry during the cold seasons. Preferably use rainwater or non-calcareous water at room temperature.

Finally, make sure there's nostanding water in the dish.

Crassula rupestris grow in arid regions and do not like humidity. No need to spray them.

Every spring, repot your Crassula rupestris to give it more space.

Choose a pierced terracotta or plastic pot. The latter has the advantage of retaining moisture longer. Place a layer of clay balls at the bottom (about a quarter of the way up). Top up with special potting soil for cacti or fat plants. You can also mix ordinary substrate with sand or perlite.

Plant your succulent and tamp down to eliminate air pockets. Then water for the first time.

To promote the growth of your Crassula rupestris, apply fertilizer in spring and summer.

Apply fertilizer for succulents to accelerate growth.

When the risk of frost has passed, it's time to plant.

Crassula rupestris love light, but dread direct sunlight, especially in the hottest hours. To ensure that your plant gets plenty of light without damaging its foliage, choose a location with half-shade or bright indirect light.

Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball. Plant your Crassula rupestris and backfill.

Water withoutsoaking the soil to encourage rooting.

Cutting is carried out during the strong growth phase, generally in spring and early summer.

Using a clean, sharp tool, remove a stem about ten centimetres long.

Obtain a pierced terracotta pot. This material promotes uniform drying of the substrate and reduces the risk of root rot. Pour a bed of clay balls or gravel in the bottom. If the hole is too large and the marbles escape, fill it with a pebble.

For the substrate, prepare a mixture of one-third soil, one-third potting compost and one-third sand. Line the pot with it. Plant your cutting in the center and press down.

Place your succulent in a room where the temperature doesn't fall below 18 degrees. Find a bright spot away from direct sunlight, behind a curtain for example.