Overview
Echeveria 'Dentra Jam' is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Echeveria, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Echeveria 'Dentra Jam' 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 'Dentra Jam' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Echeveria genus, which comprises evergreen succulent perennials or subshrubs with rosettes of thick, vibrant leaves and urn-shaped blooms. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position with well-drained, gritty soil such as loam or sand, suitable for a range of soil pH levels. It is hardy to UK zone H2 and is ideal for use as a houseplant, in patio containers, or in conservatories and greenhouses during summer. Propagation can be achieved through seed, leaf cuttings, or offsets.
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 'Dentra Jam' 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 'Dentra Jam'
- 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 'Dentra Jam'?
Echeveria 'Dentra Jam' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Echeveria 'Dentra Jam' need?
Echeveria 'Dentra Jam' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Echeveria 'Dentra Jam' hardy in the UK?
Echeveria 'Dentra Jam' 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 'Dentra Jam'?
Seed, Leaf cuttings, Offsets.
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