Crassula ovata 'Hummel's Sunset', commonly known as Golden Jade Tree, is a stunning succulent sub-shrub that has gained immense popularity among gardeners and succulent enthusiasts alike. This evergreen plant is known for its glossy, fleshy, rounded leaves that display a striking combination of green, gold, and red hues, with the tip's coloration intensifying during the cooler months of the year.
Growing up to 90 cm tall, the plant has a single main stem or sparingly branched base, forming a dense, multi-branched shrub or a small bonsai-like tree. The leaves are thick and fleshy, with a neutral pH, and require well-drained soil, making them easy to grow in a container. It prefers full sun but can tolerate part sun and is happy in either position.
During the summer in warm places, the leaves of Hummel's Sunset turn golden yellow with red margins, making it a striking addition to any garden. The plant produces star-shaped, white or pale pink flowers in compact terminal clusters, adding to its already stunning appearance. It is a hardy plant that is easy to care for, with water, light, temperature, and fertilizer being the most important factors to consider.
Crassula ovata 'Hummel's Sunset' is a garden-originated plant, with the original habitat being the eastern Cape in South Africa, KwaZulu-Natal, and Mozambique. Its compact size and stunning colors make it perfect as a hedge or as a bonsai tree. It can also be used as a miniature tree in a fairy garden or a miniature garden. Its popularity has earned it several synonyms, including Crassula ovata 'Ohgonkagetsu' and Crassula ovata 'Sunset'.
Overall, Crassula ovata 'Hummel's Sunset' is an award-winning, easy-to-care-for, and visually appealing plant that is sure to brighten up any garden or indoor space.
Crassula ovata 'Hummel's Sunset' plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. First three images for display only. You will receive same or similar plants as those shown in image 4 onward. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions. Most recent plants shown first.
All plants are shipped bare rooted unless otherwise stated. Orders are carefully packed and shipped via Express Post to NSW, VIC, QLD, SA and ACT. Orders are dispatched according to our weekly shipping schedule, available on our Shipping page, with tracking provided once your order has been lodged with Australia Post.
Succulents naturally change in colour, size and form throughout the year. Many develop richer colours and more compact growth during periods of seasonal stress, particularly through cooler months and brighter conditions, while warmer or lower-light conditions may produce greener, softer growth.
The plant you receive may therefore vary from the product images depending on the season, its stage of growth and current growing conditions. These natural variations are part of the character of living plants and do not affect their quality or health.
Pickup is available in Seville, Yarra Valley VIC by appointment. Order online as normal and any shipping charge will be automatically refunded after collection, unless you would prefer to receive an additional plant of similar value instead.
All plants are shipped bare rooted unless otherwise stated. This helps reduce shipping costs, improves plant safety during transit and allows plants to travel more reliably.
Plants are carefully packed for Express Post and may vary naturally in colour, size and form according to season, growth stage and growing conditions.
Please check the product description and images for information specific to the plant you are purchasing.
If you have any questions about your plant or order, please reach out to us. We’re always happy to help.
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 10 reviews.
Shopping was fantastic, plants are amazing and my gifts. Thank you very much
Crassula ovata 'Hummel's Sunset'
Store owner replied: Thanks Gail! It's wonderful to know you're enjoying your new succulents and the little surprises we included. We appreciate you sharing your photos too. Hope your collection continues to flourish! 😊
Great service
Crassula ovata 'Hummel's Sunset'
Store owner replied: Thank you, Judith — much appreciated 🌿
Good afternoon everyone. The plant arrived in excellent condition. It was very well packed. It is happy now in my living room. Thank you to John and Norma. Also the cutting you sent is going well. Kind regards Wendy
Crassula ovata 'Hummel's Sunset'
Store owner replied: Thanks Wendy 🌞 happy to hear your Hummel’s Sunset is settling in so well indoors. And great news about the extra cutting thriving too!
She arrived quietly, about a fortnight ago, cradled in a humble terracotta pot—just for now. Each morning, as sunlight pours through the curtains, she greets me with golden edges aglow, her colors a gentle reminder that beauty can be both bold and serene. She keeps me company through the workday, offering a moment of calm each time I look away from the screen. I imagine her, someday soon, standing proud in the garden under summer skies—radiant, rooted, and utterly at home.
Crassula ovata 'Hummel's Sunset'
Store owner replied: Thanks so much for you're poetic words Christine. She looks very happy and well looked after in her forever home, and will be a sight to behold as she matures over the coming months and years. May she give you much enjoyment watching her grow. Many blessings, John & Norma
The succulents were delivered quickly as usual they are of a generous size and in great condition.
Beautiful Succulents & arrived in perfect condition. Great people to deal with.
Fast shipping. All cuttings arrived in amazing condition, very well packed and labelled with care instructions. Beautiful specimens exactly as described. I will DEFINITELY be back for more.
Excellent postage and packaging very happy plants and owner.
Very good plants great service and quick posting a pleasure to deal with
My plants arrived in good condition, even got a little bonus !
