Overview
Echeveria 'Mexico City' is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Echeveria, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Echeveria 'Mexico City' 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 'Mexico City' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Echeveria genus, which comprises evergreen succulent perennials or subshrubs with vibrant, thick leaves arranged in rosettes. This cactus succulent thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered aspect such as south-, east-, or west-facing positions. It grows best in well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels, including acid, alkaline, and neutral. Hardy to UK zone H2, it is suitable for houseplants, patios, containers, bedding, conservatories, and sub-tropical gardens. Propagation can be achieved by seed, leaf cuttings, or offsets, with summer being the main 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 'Mexico City' 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 'Mexico City'
- 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 'Mexico City'?
Echeveria 'Mexico City' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Echeveria 'Mexico City' need?
Echeveria 'Mexico City' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Echeveria 'Mexico City' hardy in the UK?
Echeveria 'Mexico City' 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 'Mexico City'?
Seed, Leaf cuttings, Offsets.
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