{"product_id":"crassula-sarcocaulis-bonsai-crassula","title":"Crassula sarcocaulis ‘Bonsai Crassula’","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative to eastern South Africa and neighboring countries, this miniature succulent shrub naturally develops a woody trunk and branching crown, giving it the appearance of a tiny mature tree. Older stems develop peeling bark, adding character without years of bonsai training. Clusters of small white to pink flowers appear at the branch tips and can carry a fragrance reminiscent of honey or black currant jam.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ Light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide bright light with several hours of direct sunlight. Acclimate gradually to stronger exposure. Indoors, choose a sunny window to encourage compact growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater thoroughly, then allow the soil to dry before watering again. Reduce watering when growth slows, and never leave the pot sitting in water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🪴 Soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a fast draining cactus and succulent mix amended with pumice or perlite. Avoid dense soil that stays wet around the roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 Fertilizing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed lightly during active growth with a succulent fertilizer diluted to half strength. Apply about once a month and pause when growth slows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔄 Repotting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepot in spring when roots fill the container. Choose a pot only slightly larger with drainage holes. Its naturally branching habit also makes it suitable for a shallow bonsai container once established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sherman Nursery","offers":[{"title":"4 inch","offer_id":67769886834861,"sku":null,"price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/0060\/3565\/files\/0F50B01E-1657-47E9-868D-6E3D77813B09_1_201_a.jpg?v=1793297315","url":"https:\/\/sarahcottaplants.com\/products\/crassula-sarcocaulis-bonsai-crassula","provider":"SarahCotta Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}