Overview
Echeveria 'Alba Beauty' is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Echeveria, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Echeveria 'Alba Beauty' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include houseplants, patio and container plants, sub-tropical, bedding and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
A clump-forming, evergreen succulent in the Crassulaceae, Echeveria 'Alba Beauty' is grown for its compact habit and suitability for pots and protected displays. It flowers from May to August. Position in full sun in well-drained loam or sandy mixes and keep in a sheltered spot. It is rated H2, so treat it as half-hardy in the UK.
About the genus
Echeveria is a large genus of flowering plants in the family Crassulaceae, native to semi-desert areas of Central America, Mexico and northwestern South America.
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In the garden
Echeveria 'Alba Beauty' belongs to the genus Echeveria, plants that originate from semi-arid regions of Central America and neighbouring areas. As an evergreen, clump-forming succulent it holds its form year-round and produces seasonal flowers between May and August, rewarding a bright position with a short display. Give this plant a sunny, south-, east- or west-facing site where it will receive strong light; full sun is ideal. Use a free-draining medium based on loam or coarse sand and avoid waterlogged conditions—well-drained soil is essential. The plant tolerates a wide soil pH range (acid to alkaline) but needs shelter from driving rain and severe frost; its UK rating of H2 corresponds to a half-hardy status, so keep it protected or move containers under cover in cold weather. Echeveria 'Alba Beauty' works well as a houseplant, on patios and in containers, and in conservatory or greenhouse displays. It also suits sub-tropical bedding where conditions are sheltered. Place it on a sunny windowsill or grouped on a warm patio table to show its compact, clump-forming habit to best effect.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Echeveria
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Echeveria 'Alba Beauty' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Cactus Succulent
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Patio and container plants, Sub-tropical, Bedding, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Echeveria 'Alba Beauty'
- Propagation
- Seed, Leaf cuttings, Offsets
- Pest resistance
- Mealybugs, Vine weevil, Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Echeveria 'Alba Beauty'?
Echeveria 'Alba Beauty' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Echeveria 'Alba Beauty' need?
Echeveria 'Alba Beauty' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Echeveria 'Alba Beauty' hardy in the UK?
Echeveria 'Alba Beauty' has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Echeveria 'Alba Beauty'?
Seed, Leaf cuttings, Offsets.
More in the Echeveria genus
- Echeveria 'Campfire'
- Echeveria 'Dragon Queen'
- Echeveria 'Red Trump'
- Echeveria pulidonis Magma Pearl ('Ovpearls08'PBR)