🌸 Crassula ‘Springtime’: The Succulent That Literally Blossoms With Joy

If you could bottle spring and turn it into a plant, it would probably look a lot like Crassula ‘Springtime.’ With its chunky leaves and candy pink flowers, this succulent is basically the botanical version of good vibes.

It’s small, charming, and surprisingly low maintenance.

Let’s break down what makes this succy special, how to care for it, and why it’s one of our top picks for Succly subscribers this season.

What is Crassula ‘Springtime’?

Crassula ‘Springtime’ is a hybrid succulent, part of the Crassula family (yes, like Crassula ovata aka jade plant), and it’s known for its tight clusters of thick, paddle shaped leaves in a soft bluish green tone.

What makes it stand out? The flowers.
In late winter or spring, this little plant puts on a show with clusters of pink, star shaped blooms that look like something out of a fairytale. And bonus: they smell great!

What Makes It Special?
    •    Pink flowers in early spring (hence the name!)
    •    Compact growth, stays tidy and adorable
    •    Blooms when most other succulents are sleeping
    •    Chunky Crassula leaves that blush a little in bright sun

 Light Needs

Crassula ‘Springtime’ loves bright, indirect light, just like most succulents.
    •    Indoors: Place it near a sunny window (south or east facing is ideal).
    •    Outdoors: Partial sun to light shade. It loves morning sun but might need protection from intense afternoon rays.

If the leaves start to stretch or turn pale, it’s not getting enough light.

 Watering Tips

This plant is a typical succulent when it comes to watering:
    •    Let the soil dry out completely between waterings.
    •    Water deeply, then forget about it until the soil is dry again.
    •    In winter, cut back watering to once every 3-4 weeks.

Overwatering = death. Always err on the dry side.

 Soil

Use a well draining cactus or succulent mix. If you’re DIYing your soil, mix 2 parts potting soil, 1 part perlite, and 1 part coarse sand or pumice.

Drainage holes are non negotiable.

 Temperature & Humidity
    •    Temperature: Crassula ‘Springtime’ prefers temps between 60–80°F.
    •    Frost sensitive: Bring it indoors if temps drop below 40°F.
    •    Humidity: Keep it dry. No misting.

 Fertilizer & Blooming
    •    Feed once or twice during the growing season (spring to early summer) with a diluted succulent fertilizer.
    •    Expect those dreamy pink blooms to appear in late winter or early spring, right when you need a mood boost.

The flowers last for weeks and sometimes smell sweet!

Propagation

Like other Crassulas, ‘Springtime’ is easy to propagate through:

 Stem Cuttings:
    1.    Cut a healthy stem with a few leaves.
    2.    Let it callous over for 1–2 days.
    3.    Plant in dry soil.
    4.    Water lightly after a few days.

Leaf Cuttings (slower, but works):
    1.    Remove a plump, healthy leaf.
    2.    Let it dry for a day or two.
    3.    Place on dry soil and wait for roots and a baby plant to form.

 Why We Picked This Plant for You

We picked Crassula ‘Springtime’ because:
    •    It’s easy to grow but still feels special
    •    It blooms during the off season when other plants are napping
    •    It adds a soft, floral touch to your collection without being high-maintenance

Plus, we love giving you something that actually changes with the seasons and this one does just that, living up to its name. :)