Echeveria 'Compton Carousel' is a rare and sought-after hybrid crosss between Echeveria Metallica and Echeveria Glauca created by J.B. Deleuila. Also known as Echeveria 'Lenore Dean', this succulent boasts beautiful variegated green and white leaves. Its rosette heads can grow up to 25 cm in diameter, producing tall, shepherd's crook-shaped flowers in shades of orange, pink, and yellow in early summer.
To care for this plant properly, it requires some experience and knowledge. It prefers a slightly shadier summer position than most Echeverias due to its strong variegation and lower levels of chlorophyll, and direct sunlight can scorch its leaves. The plant requires a well-draining soil mix, to prevent root rot. During the growing season (spring and summer), it requires regular watering, making sure that the soil is completely dry before watering again. In contrast, during the dormant season (autumn and winter), watering should be significantly reduced or stopped altogether, and the plant should be kept dry and frost-free.
Fertilize Echeveria 'Compton Carousel' once a month during the growing season with a suitable liquid fertilizer for faster growth, and stop fertilizing throughout the dormant winter season. If the pot becomes too small, it can be repotted early in the growing season in fresh new potting soil. It is important to remove any dead leaves that fall at the base of the stem to increase airflow because high humidity can increase the risk of pest and fungal attacks.
In summary, Echeveria 'Compton Carousel' is a rare and stunning succulent that requires some experience and knowledge to care for properly. It boasts beautiful variegated leaves and produces tall, shepherd's crook-shaped flowers in shades of orange, pink, and yellow in early summer. With proper care, this plant can become a beautiful addition to any collection.
Echeveria 'Compton Carousel' plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants as those shown in images 2 onward. 1st image for display only. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions.
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Please Note:
- All plants are sent bare rooted with no pots and soil, or minimum soil only.
- Due to the drying process necessary for sending plants through the mail, plants may look slightly different than images shown on our website
- Some plants, may look wrinkled when they arrive, may be somewhat limp, or soft to the touch. This is normal as they have been dried out for for a number of days before shipping to avoid rotting in the mail.
- Succulents are very hardy plants and they will recover quickly, providing you unpack them as soon as you receive them follow some simple care instructions you will find with your order.
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