{"id":65838,"date":"2025-06-30T11:20:21","date_gmt":"2025-06-30T10:20:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jardimdapini.pt\/product\/crassula-tom-thumb-variegata\/"},"modified":"2026-02-11T16:22:35","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T15:22:35","slug":"crassula-tom-thumb-variegata","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/jardimdapini.pt\/en\/product\/crassula-tom-thumb-variegata\/","title":{"rendered":"Crassula Tom thumb variegata"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Crassula &#8216;Tom Thumb Variegata&#8217;: Multicolored Miniature<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Crassula &#8216;Tom Thumb Variegata&#8217;<\/b> is an absolutely adorable and charming dwarf succulent, perfect for those looking for a unique, low-growing plant. This variegated variety of the popular &#8216;Tom Thumb&#8217; is a real gem in miniature, forming compact columns of triangular, overlapping leaves. Its great appeal lies in the <b>striking variegation in shades of cream, pale yellow and reddish pink<\/b>, which contrasts stunningly with the light green of the base foliage. It&#8217;s a Crassula that adds a delicate but vibrant touch to any terrarium, arrangement or micro-collection.   <\/p>\n<p><b>Features:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Leaves:<\/b> Very small, triangular, arranged tightly and overlapping along thin stems, forming compact columns or towers.<\/li>\n<li><b>Color:<\/b> The base of the leaves is light green, but variegation appears in <b>shades of cream, pale yellow and reddish pink<\/b>, especially on the margins and in bright sunlight. The reddish-pink color can intensify with light or cold stress. <\/li>\n<li><b>Form:<\/b> It grows in small columns or compact clusters, usually reaching between 5 and 10 cm in height. It is a slow-growing plant. <\/li>\n<li><b>Texture:<\/b> Smooth and waxy, with a delicate appearance.<\/li>\n<li><b>Flowering:<\/b> It produces small white or pale pink flowers, clustered at the top of the stems, usually in spring. The flowers are tiny but charming. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<p><b>Care:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Light:<\/b> For <b>Crassula Tom Thumb Variegata<\/b> to maintain its compact shape and display vibrant <b>variegation<\/b>, it needs <b>bright sunlight<\/b> for several hours a day. Morning and late afternoon sun is ideal. In low light conditions, the variegata may fade and the columns may elongate.  <\/li>\n<li>Watering<b>:<\/b> Water <b>moderately and sparingly<\/b>, only when the <b>substrate is completely dry<\/b>. It is essential to avoid overwatering, especially given its small size. In winter, reduce watering.  <\/li>\n<li><b>Substrate:<\/b> Essentially <b>mineral and with excellent drainage<\/b>. Use a specific substrate for succulents and cacti, enriched with perlite, coarse sand or pumice to ensure that the water drains quickly. <\/li>\n<li><b>Temperature:<\/b> Adapts well to mild temperatures (18-28\u00b0C). It is <b>sensitive to severe frosts<\/b>, so it should be protected in winter. <\/li>\n<li><b>Ventilation:<\/b> Good air circulation is important for the general health of the plant and to prevent fungal diseases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<p><b>Where to grow:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Mini Vases:<\/b> Perfect for miniature pots, small planters or as a highlight in open terrariums.<\/li>\n<li><b>Succulent arrangements:<\/b> Adds a unique texture and point of interest to mixed arrangements, complementing larger plants.<\/li>\n<li><b>Succulent collections:<\/b> A must-have for collectors of Crassulas and variegated and miniature succulents.<\/li>\n<li><b>Decorating Desks and Small Spaces:<\/b> Ideal for adding a touch of green and color to work environments or small corners of the house, as long as there is enough light.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Crassula Tom thumb variegata<\/p>\n<p>Vase 7<\/p>\n<p>Origin: South Africa \/ Nursery<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":65583,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"etheme_brands":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[194,484,454,206],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-65838","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-succulents","product_cat-collectors-spot-en","product_cat-crassula-en","product_cat-variegated-succulents","first","instock","sale","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jardimdapini.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/65838","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jardimdapini.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jardimdapini.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jardimdapini.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=65838"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jardimdapini.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/65583"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jardimdapini.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=65838"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jardimdapini.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/etheme_brands?post=65838"},{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jardimdapini.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=65838"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jardimdapini.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=65838"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jardimdapini.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=65838"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}