{"product_id":"string-of-buttons-crassula-perforata","title":"String of Buttons | Crassula perforata","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe String of Buttons is a charming South African succulent, loved for its stacked, triangular leaves edged in soft pink or red. The leaves spiral neatly around the stems, creating a geometric, button‑like effect that looks almost like a living necklace. In Cape Town’s climate, it thrives in full sun to semi‑shade and rewards gardeners with clusters of tiny, star‑shaped flowers in spring to early summer (September-November). This hardy succulent is perfect for rockeries, containers, hanging baskets, and water‑wise gardens, where its trailing stems spill gracefully over edges. It is low‑maintenance, drought‑tolerant, and adds year‑round interest with its unusual form and seasonal blooms. A delightful addition to any collection, the String of Buttons is both playful and architectural. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnique stacked leaves with pink‑red edges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen succulent with year‑round appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduces dainty star‑shaped flowers in spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardy, drought‑tolerant, and easy to grow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for containers, rockeries, and trailing displays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant in well‑drained soil in full sun to semi‑shade. Water sparingly, allow soil to dry between waterings. Feed lightly with a succulent fertilizer in spring to encourage flowering. Trim back leggy stems to maintain a compact shape, or let them trail naturally for a cascading effect. Protect from heavy frost, though it tolerates Cape Town’s winters well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrassula perforata is indigenous to South Africa and is part of the same family as the famous Crassula ovata (Money Plant). Its spiralling leaves are not just ornamental. They help the plant conserve water, making it perfectly adapted to dry conditions. Collectors prize it for its playful geometry and seasonal colour shifts, which make it look different throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 99.9762%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4802%;\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.4077%;\"\u003eCrassula perforata\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4802%;\"\u003eGrowth Expectancy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.4077%;\"\u003e30-60cm H x 30-60cm W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4802%;\"\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.4077%;\"\u003eFull sun \/ Semi‑shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4802%;\"\u003eWater Smart \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.4077%;\"\u003eYes \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4802%;\"\u003eIndigenous \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.4077%;\"\u003eYes \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Cape Garden Online","offers":[{"title":"16cm (hanging basket)","offer_id":42191434580023,"sku":"37370","price":169.95,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/5434\/4247\/files\/Crassula-perforata-string-of-buttons-onlineshop-capegarden.png?v=1776522257","url":"https:\/\/www.capegardencentre.co.za\/products\/string-of-buttons-crassula-perforata","provider":"Cape Garden Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}