Overview
Echeveria 'Crystal Rose' is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Echeveria, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Echeveria 'Crystal Rose' 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 'Crystal Rose' is a clump-forming evergreen succulent cultivar within the genus Echeveria, known for its rosettes of thick, vibrant leaves. This plant thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position with well-drained loam or sandy soil of any pH. Suitable for use as a houseplant, patio or container plant, and in conservatories or greenhouses, it is hardy to UK zone H2. Propagation can be achieved through seed, leaf cuttings, or offsets, and it is particularly attractive during the summer season.
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 'Crystal Rose' 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 'Crystal Rose'
- 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 'Crystal Rose'?
Echeveria 'Crystal Rose' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Echeveria 'Crystal Rose' need?
Echeveria 'Crystal Rose' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Echeveria 'Crystal Rose' hardy in the UK?
Echeveria 'Crystal Rose' 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 'Crystal Rose'?
Seed, Leaf cuttings, Offsets.
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