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Silver Dollar Plant

Crassula Arborescens

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Overview

Silver Dollar Plant (Crassula arborescens) is an evergreen succulent with fleshy, rounded leaves that exhibit a silvery sheen, resembling coins. Thriving in USDA zones 9-12, it reaches up to 3-4 feet in height and width. It requires well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Minimal water needs make it ideal for xeriscapes. In winter, it blooms with small pink flowers, adding seasonal interest to low-maintenance landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 9–11Climate Mediterranean
Silver Dollar Plant (Crassula Arborescens) — Silver Dollar Plant (Crassula arborescens) is an evergreen succulent with fleshy

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Crassulaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Photos (124)

Silver Dollar Plant (Crassula Arborescens) — consider grouping it with other drought-tolerant plants; the Silver Dollar Plant thrives under full, image 120
Silver Dollar Plant (Crassula Arborescens) — ensuring enough space between to accommodate its full size; especially during the summer growth period, image 121
Silver Dollar Plant (Crassula Arborescens) — Not only will this prevent overcrowding; silver Dollar Plant (Crassula arborescens) is an evergreen, image 122
Silver Dollar Plant (Crassula Arborescens) — self-contained display of silvery foliage; star-shaped pink or white flowers may emerge, image 124

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