Echeveria
Echeveria elegans · Crassulaceae
Geometric rosettes of fleshy leaves.
Succulents · Beginner Plants · Pet Friendly Plants · Indoor Plants
Updated on 2026-07-17
Overview
Echeveria forms beautiful regular rosettes in glaucous tones; perfect in succulent arrangements.
How to grow it
Small pots, impeccable drainage, plenty of sun.
Watering
Every 2 weeks in summer, almost none in winter.
Light
Direct sun or very bright light.
Soil
Cactus mix with pumice.
Fertilizing
Very diluted, every 6 weeks.
Pruning
Remove dry basal leaves.
Repotting
Every 2–3 years in spring.