Overview
Echeveria 'Ghost Buster' is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Echeveria, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Echeveria 'Ghost Buster' 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 'Ghost Buster' is a clump-forming evergreen succulent cultivar within the Echeveria genus, known for its rosettes of thick leaves. This plant thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, preferring well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H2, it is suitable for use as a houseplant, in patio containers, or in conservatories and greenhouses. Propagation can be achieved through seed, leaf cuttings, or offsets, with summer being the season of interest for this cultivar.
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 'Ghost Buster' 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 'Ghost Buster'
- 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 'Ghost Buster'?
Echeveria 'Ghost Buster' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Echeveria 'Ghost Buster' need?
Echeveria 'Ghost Buster' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Echeveria 'Ghost Buster' hardy in the UK?
Echeveria 'Ghost Buster' 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 'Ghost Buster'?
Seed, Leaf cuttings, Offsets.
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