Echeveria 'Pearl' O'Connell — Clump forming

Overview

Echeveria 'Pearl' O'Connell is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Echeveria, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Echeveria 'Pearl' O'Connell 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 'Pearl' O'Connell is a clump-forming evergreen succulent cultivar within the genus Echeveria, known for its rosettes of thick, vibrant leaves. This plant thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained loam or sandy soils with a pH that can range from acid to alkaline. It is suitable for sheltered positions facing south, east, or west and is hardy to UK zone H2. Ideal for use as a houseplant, in patio containers, or in conservatories, it is best cultivated in gritty soil and can be propagated by seed, leaf cuttings, or offsets. Its season of interest is 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 'Pearl' O'Connell 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