Overview
Echeveria 'Lincoln Mystery' is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Echeveria, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Echeveria 'Lincoln Mystery' 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 'Lincoln Mystery' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Echeveria genus, which comprises evergreen succulent perennials known for their vibrant, thick leaves arranged in rosettes. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. It is suitable for sheltered south-, east-, or west-facing aspects and is hardy to UK zone H2. Ideal for use as a houseplant, in patio containers, or in conservatories, 'Lincoln Mystery' is best cultivated in gritty soil and can be propagated by 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 'Lincoln Mystery' 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 'Lincoln Mystery'
- 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 'Lincoln Mystery'?
Echeveria 'Lincoln Mystery' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Echeveria 'Lincoln Mystery' need?
Echeveria 'Lincoln Mystery' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Echeveria 'Lincoln Mystery' hardy in the UK?
Echeveria 'Lincoln Mystery' 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 'Lincoln Mystery'?
Seed, Leaf cuttings, Offsets.
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