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PLANT
OF THE MONTH: MARCH March
is a wonderful time in the year for succulents that offer beautiful
blossoms and colorful rosettes. No garden is complete without the many
varieties of Echeverias. Native to Mexico and northwestern South America,
these ruffled, lettuce-shaped plants offer a unique and decorative accent
to any home and garden. |
 Echeveria elegans “Hen n Chicks” |
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 Echeveria hybrid “Perle von nuernberg” |
To
help your collection of Echeverias thrive every year, water them only
when the soil is dry. During the summer, water them more frequently. Although
Echeverias are hardy plants, they enjoy filtered sunlight and temperatures
that are above 60 degrees Fahrenheit. While some varieties such as Echeveria
hybrid “Mauna Loa” can tolerate more sun, most of these plants
enjoy shade to filtered light. Always use a well-drained potting soil
that contains coarse sand, potting mix, and pumice to allow the water
to drain thoroughly. To keep the rosette, compact shape of Echeverias,
remove any offsets and replant them in the soil. |
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 A colorful assortment of Echeverias Echeveria |
The striking colors and beautiful rosette shapes make Echeverias wonderful additions to your home. During the summer, these succulents have tall flower stalks that range from pink to orange blossoms. Landscapers often arrange different types such as Echeveria elegans“Hen n Chicks,” Echeveria hybrid "Perle von Nuernberg, and Echeveria harmsii “Red Velvet” in creative designs. Due to their simple care, most gardeners regardless of their degree of experience choose the Echeverias as lovely assets to their garden. |  Echeveria hybrid “Mauna Loa” |
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