Overview
Echeveria 'Gran Shoes' is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Echeveria, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Echeveria 'Gran Shoes' 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 'Gran Shoes' is a clump-forming evergreen succulent cultivar within the Echeveria genus, known for its thick leaves arranged in rosettes. This plant thrives in well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels, ideally grown in full sun on a sheltered south, east, or west-facing aspect. Suitable for use as a houseplant, in patios, containers, or conservatories, it is hardy to UK zone H2 and is best cultivated in gritty soil. Propagation can be achieved through seed, leaf cuttings, or offsets, with its main season of interest being summer.
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 'Gran Shoes' 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 'Gran Shoes'
- 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 'Gran Shoes'?
Echeveria 'Gran Shoes' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Echeveria 'Gran Shoes' need?
Echeveria 'Gran Shoes' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Echeveria 'Gran Shoes' hardy in the UK?
Echeveria 'Gran Shoes' 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 'Gran Shoes'?
Seed, Leaf cuttings, Offsets.
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