Overview
Echeveria 'Silver Lining' is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Echeveria, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Echeveria 'Silver Lining' 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 'Silver Lining' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Echeveria genus, which comprises evergreen succulent perennials or subshrubs with rosettes of thick, vibrant leaves and urn-shaped blooms. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained, gritty soils such as loam or sand, suitable for acid, alkaline, or neutral pH. It is hardy to H2 and is best grown in sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects. Echeveria 'Silver Lining' is ideal for use as a houseplant, in patios or containers, and in conservatories or greenhouses, 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 'Silver Lining' 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 'Silver Lining'
- 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 'Silver Lining'?
Echeveria 'Silver Lining' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Echeveria 'Silver Lining' need?
Echeveria 'Silver Lining' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Echeveria 'Silver Lining' hardy in the UK?
Echeveria 'Silver Lining' 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 'Silver Lining'?
Seed, Leaf cuttings, Offsets.
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