{"id":2973,"date":"2021-11-17T07:54:32","date_gmt":"2021-11-17T07:54:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/?p=2973"},"modified":"2022-06-09T12:00:00","modified_gmt":"2022-06-09T12:00:00","slug":"crassula-tom-thumb","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/it\/crassula-tom-pollice\/","title":{"rendered":"Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crassula-\u2018Tom-Thumb.png\" alt=\"Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019\" class=\"wp-image-3225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crassula-\u2018Tom-Thumb.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crassula-\u2018Tom-Thumb-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crassula-\u2018Tom-Thumb-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crassula-\u2018Tom-Thumb-18x9.png 18w, https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crassula-\u2018Tom-Thumb-585x293.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 is an enchanting miniature succulent plant that\u2019s often used as a filler for succulent gardens or as an accent to living wreaths. Fully-matured Tom Thumb will only reach a height of 15cm (6\u201d).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This type of succulent is a hybrid of the Crassula rupestris marnieriana and the Crassula rupestris rupestris both of which are native to South Africa. Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 is a member of the Crassulaceae family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 is also called Crassula \u2018Klein Duimpje\u201d has cylindrical-shaped stems that grow pairs of fleshy, triangular-shaped leaves on the opposite sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The foliage is light green in color that when exposed regularly to sunlight develops reddish-violet spots that add dynamic contrast to the green leaves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the springtime, Tom Thumb blossoms with clusters of small, white flowers that grow on its apex and are identified by 5 triangular petals which appear to open up backward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_46 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\"><\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-69f32abcb10e3\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #36af73;color:#36af73\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #36af73;color:#36af73\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-69f32abcb10e3\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/it\/crassula-tom-pollice\/#general-information\" title=\"General Information\">General Information<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/it\/crassula-tom-pollice\/#how-to-grow-and-care-for-crassula-tom-thumb\" title=\"How to Grow and Care for Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019\">How to Grow and Care for Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/it\/crassula-tom-pollice\/#how-to-propagate-crassula-tom-thumb\" title=\"How to Propagate Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019\">How to Propagate Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/it\/crassula-tom-pollice\/#frequently-asked-questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"general-information\"><\/span>General Information<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Also known as: Tom Thumb or Klein Duimpje.<br>Plant Family: Crassulaceae<br>Origin: A hybrid of the Crassula rupestris marnieriana and the Crassula rupestris rupestris both of which are native to South Africa.<br>Height: 15cm (6\u201d)<br>Exposure: Full to partial sunlight for up to 6 hours whether it\u2019s grown outdoors or indoors.<br>Water Needs: Soak and dry method is recommended; only water the soil when it\u2019s dry.<br>Soil Type: Organic, standard potting mix with perlite, pumice, or coarse sand added for improved drainage.<br>Soil pH: 6.0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-to-grow-and-care-for-crassula-tom-thumb\"><\/span>How to Grow and Care for Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crassula-\u2018Tom-Thumb-plant.png\" alt=\"Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 plant\" class=\"wp-image-3223\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crassula-\u2018Tom-Thumb-plant.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crassula-\u2018Tom-Thumb-plant-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crassula-\u2018Tom-Thumb-plant-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crassula-\u2018Tom-Thumb-plant-18x9.png 18w, https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crassula-\u2018Tom-Thumb-plant-585x293.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 is an excellent first choice for beginning horticulturists and succulent hobbyists because it\u2019s very easy to grow and care for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a type of succulent that you don\u2019t have to dote over. As long as Tom Thumb is located in an area that gets enough sunlight and it receives water whenever the soil has dried out, it will thrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to note that Crassula is not resilient to temperatures that drop below -1.1\u00b0 C (30\u00b0 F). If your region gets colder than this, it would be best to grow Tom Thumb in a pot that can be relocated inside your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sunlight<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 does well in full or partial sunlight. It\u2019s important to only expose your succulent to the rays of the morning or late afternoon sun. Look for a location in the garden where Crassula can get full to partial exposure up to 6 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you decide to move your plant indoors, place the pot near a window that gets up to 6 hours of partial sunlight every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might want to consider buying a Grow Light if your area doesn\u2019t consistently get a good amount of sunlight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Watering<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"300\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crassula-\u2018Tom-Thumb-succulent.png\" alt=\"Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 succulent\" class=\"wp-image-3224\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crassula-\u2018Tom-Thumb-succulent.png 300w, https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crassula-\u2018Tom-Thumb-succulent-180x300.png 180w, https:\/\/www.aboutsucculents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crassula-\u2018Tom-Thumb-succulent-7x12.png 7w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019, you don\u2019t have to worry about missing a watering schedule by a day or even by a week. Succulents do better with less water. Some varieties can go without water for a month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To know for sure that it\u2019s time to water Tom Thumb, all you have to do is check the soil\u2019s level of moisture. You can use a Hygrometer to be sure but you can also get a good reading by inserting a stick an inch or two inside the topsoil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the stick comes up dry, water the soil until it\u2019s completely soaked through. You\u2019ll know if the soil has received enough water when the drain holes start to leak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remove the excess water from the drain tray. Keeping the roots of Crassula immersed in water can be fatal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pot and Soil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 is popularly grown in a pot because it enhances the adorableness of the succulent. Yes, you need a good-looking pot but more importantly, you need a pot that helps release moisture from the soil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Choose an unglazed pot that\u2019s made of ceramic or terracotta. Unglazed pots allow excess moisture to escape along their sides.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Make sure the pot has drain holes at the bottom. A better choice is one that has drain holes and a mesh net cover to keep excess soil from coming out.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The ideal soil for Tom Thumb is one that\u2019s well-draining such as organic standard potting mix with added ingredients like perlite, pumice, or coarse sand to improve drainage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-propagate-crassula-tom-thumb\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-to-propagate-crassula-tom-thumb\"><\/span><strong>How to Propagate Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One reason why succulent growers love Tom Thumb is that it\u2019s easy to propagate and the plant grows fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Method 1 &#8211; Offsets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 1: Pull out the offsets that are growing near the base of the plant. You can also cut them off with a sterilized pair of gardening scissors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 2: Allow the offsets to dry out and develop calluses. This process might take 2 to 3 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 3: Plant the offsets in well-draining soil and keep it lightly moist until the roots have formed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 4: Once the roots have firmed up, water the soil only when it\u2019s completely dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Method 2 &#8211; Leaves<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 1: Perform a \u201ctwist and pull\u201d on a healthy leaf from a stem closest to the main plant. Make sure that no part of the leaf is left on the stem to ensure a successful propagation. You can also use a sterilized pair of scissors or a knife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 2: Leave the cuttings in a dry area for up to 3 days so they can develop calluses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 3: Place the cuttings on a pot of organic soil mix and keep it moist until the roots have taken hold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 4: When the roots have taken hold in the soil, follow the soak and dry method and only give water if the soil is 100% dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1585596286968\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><br\/><strong>Is Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 Toxic to Cats and Dogs?<\/strong><br\/><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 is safe for pets as it\u2019s not included in the website of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/animal-poison-control\/dogs-plant-list\">ASPCA<\/a>) list of plants that\u2019s toxic to cats and dogs.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1585596301775\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><br\/><strong>Why Is My Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 Dying?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><br\/>If you suspect that your Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 is on the verge of dying &#8211; don\u2019t panic. You can still revive the succulent if you act right away. The culprits could be overwatering or pest infestation.<br\/><br\/><strong>Overwatering<\/strong><br\/><br\/>Typical of many succulent plants, Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 should only be watered when the soil is 100% dry. If the roots remain in moist soil for a long time, they will rot and be exposed to developing a fungal infection.<br\/><br\/>When infection sets in, the fungus can spread very fast and work its way inside the plant. You\u2019ll know for sure that Tom Thumb is infected if you notice signs of discoloration on its leaves and stems.<br\/><br\/>Grab a pair of sterilized garden scissors or a knife and cut off the discolored sections of the plant. To ensure that there will be no further infection, remove Crassula from its soil and cut off the rotted roots.<br\/><br\/>Replant Crassula in a new pot filled with fresh, well-draining soil. If you move fast, you can still enjoy many wonderful years with Tom Thumb.<br\/><br\/><strong>Pest Infestation<br\/><\/strong><br\/>Similar to other succulent varieties, Tom Thumb is no stranger to pests.<br\/><br\/>Mealybugs help themselves to the Crassula\u2019s sap while mollusks enjoy the plant\u2019s edges.<br\/><br\/>Remove these pests before they cause further damage by spraying Tom Thumb with neem oil or any organic insecticide.<br\/><br\/>Wipe off all strange, white substances on the leaves that could lead to a fungal infection with a cotton ball soaked in 70% isopropyl alcohol.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1585596323692\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><br\/><strong>Does Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 Produce Flowers?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><br\/>Yes, Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 produces clusters of tiny white flowers in the spring.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 is an enchanting miniature succulent plant that\u2019s often used as a&hellip;<\/p>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":3225,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":""},"categories":[752,186],"tags":[949],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.4 (Yoast SEO v20.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 - Grow, Care and Propagate - About Succulents<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"How to grow and care the Crassula \u2018Tom Thumb\u2019 succulent. 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