Overview
Echeveria 'Chris Boney' is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Echeveria, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Echeveria 'Chris Boney' 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
Echeveria 'Chris Boney' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Echeveria genus, which comprises evergreen succulent perennials or subshrubs with vibrant, thick leaves arranged in rosettes. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position with well-drained loam or sandy soil that can be acid, alkaline, or neutral. Suitable for use as houseplants, patio or container plants, and in conservatories or greenhouses, it is best grown in gritty soil. Propagation can be achieved through seed, leaf cuttings, or offsets, with summer being its season of interest.
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 'Chris Boney' 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 'Chris Boney'
- 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 'Chris Boney'?
Echeveria 'Chris Boney' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Echeveria 'Chris Boney' need?
Echeveria 'Chris Boney' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Echeveria 'Chris Boney' hardy in the UK?
Echeveria 'Chris Boney' 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 'Chris Boney'?
Seed, Leaf cuttings, Offsets.
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