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Echeveria

Echeveria
Light

Bright light; sun brings out the leaf colour.

Watering

Water only when the soil is dry, ideally with rainwater, and don't leave water in the saucer. In winter, a light watering every few weeks — otherwise the roots rot.

Air

Warm, not below 10 °C; cooler and drier in winter.

Toxic?

Cats: Not toxic · Dogs: Not toxic — More about pets

People: Not listed as poisonous.

This is normal
  • Pups appear around a mature rosette — you can separate and root them.
  • The lower leaves dry up over time — remove them so they don't start rot.
Watch out for
Root rotOverwateringMealybug

How often for your pot?Days and millilitres for your pot — counted like in the app.

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Sources: RHS · NC State Extension · ASPCA. Every line is checked against two of them.