Crassula Ovata Hobbit Succulent – Green

Plant description

Crassula ovata ‘Hobbit’ is a compact succulent often known as a jade plant variety, recognised for its thick, tubular “finger” leaves with subtly red-tinged tips in good light. This plant is delivered as a young, well-rooted indoor plant in a practical nursery pot with a Ø9 cm diameter and an approximate height of 18 cm (including pot), making it easy to place on shelves, windowsills, and small side tables.

The ‘Hobbit’ grows with sturdy, branching stems that gradually form a small, sculptural structure. The glossy leaves store water, which is why this succulent suits homes where you prefer a simple, low-intervention care routine. With its clean green colour and architectural silhouette, it pairs naturally with calm Scandinavian interiors and works well alongside ceramics, pale woods, and stone surfaces.

Plant care

• Light requirements: Bright light to bright indirect light. A few hours of gentle sun (morning or late afternoon) is beneficial; avoid harsh midday sun right behind glass.
• Watering routine: Water thoroughly, then let the soil dry out completely before watering again. In many homes this is around every 2–4 weeks, and less in winter.
• Humidity preferences: Low to moderate humidity. Normal indoor air is ideal; no misting needed.
• Temperature range: Best at typical indoor temperatures 18–26°C. Keep above 10°C and protect from cold draughts.

Growth and characteristics

• Plant species: Crassula ovata ‘Hobbit’
• Mature height: Slow-growing; can reach 60–100+ cm over time indoors with the right light and pot size
• Leaf type: Fleshy, tubular leaves with a smooth, slightly glossy surface
• Growth speed: Slow to moderate in spring and summer; minimal growth in winter

Placement in the home

Place your Crassula ‘Hobbit’ where it receives plenty of daylight—on a bright windowsill, a kitchen shelf near a window, or a sideboard in a light living room. If the plant sits too far from the window, growth becomes softer and more stretched. In compact spaces, the Ø9 cm pot size makes it an easy fit for a desk, bedside table, or hallway console with natural light.

Care tips

For best results, use a well-draining cactus or succulent soil and a pot with drainage. If you move the plant into a decorative cachepot, keep the nursery pot inside and avoid letting water collect at the bottom. Rotate the pot every few weeks for even growth. Signs to watch: wrinkled leaves often mean it is too dry; soft or dropping leaves can indicate overwatering. A light feed once a month during spring and summer (succulent fertiliser, diluted) supports steady, compact growth.

Shipping

This plant is shipped directly from a Netherlands grower to ensure freshness and plant health during transport.

Plant information

• Plant type: Live indoor succulent (jade plant variety)
• Species / variety: Crassula ovata ‘Hobbit’
• Approximate size at delivery: Height approx. 18 cm, nursery pot Ø9 cm
• Pot included: Yes, delivered in a grower’s nursery pot (decorative pot not included)