Echeveria 'Dark Ice'
Echeveria 'Dark Ice' is a compact, rosette-forming succulent admired for its dramatic foliage and rich colour transitions. Believed to be a hybrid within the Crassulaceae family, its precise parentage remains undocumented, yet its distinctive traits suggest it may descend from species like Echeveria agavoides or Echeveria lilacina, both known for their bold colouring and tidy structure.
In its typical state, the fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves of Echeveria 'Dark Ice' appear a soft, dusty blue-grey with subtle pink edging. Under stress—from cold temperatures or strong sunlight—the foliage deepens to an intense burgundy-red, creating a striking contrast that lives up to its evocative name. The rosettes are tight and symmetrical, usually growing no taller or wider than 10 cm, making this cultivar ideal for small pots, succulent bowls, or detail work in rockeries.
Come summer, mature plants may send up arching flower stalks bearing clusters of bell-shaped, red-orange blooms that attract pollinators and add seasonal interest. The plant thrives in full sun to light shade and needs well-drained soil to prevent rot. Like many succulents, it prefers a “soak and dry” watering method and should be protected from frost, making it best suited to Australian regions with mild winters or container growing in cooler zones.
With its sculptural form and ever-changing hues, Echeveria 'Dark Ice' offers year-round appeal in both indoor collections and outdoor succulent landscapes.
Echeveria 'Dark Ice' plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants to those shown in images. Colours will vary depending on season and growing conditions.
All plants are shipped bare rooted unless otherwise stated. Orders are carefully packed and shipped via Express Post to NSW, VIC, QLD, SA and ACT. Orders are dispatched according to our weekly shipping schedule, available on our Shipping page, with tracking provided once your order has been lodged with Australia Post.
Succulents naturally change in colour, size and form throughout the year. Many develop richer colours and more compact growth during periods of seasonal stress, particularly through cooler months and brighter conditions, while warmer or lower-light conditions may produce greener, softer growth.
The plant you receive may therefore vary from the product images depending on the season, its stage of growth and current growing conditions. These natural variations are part of the character of living plants and do not affect their quality or health.
Pickup is available in Seville, Yarra Valley VIC by appointment. Order online as normal and any shipping charge will be automatically refunded after collection, unless you would prefer to receive an additional plant of similar value instead.
Important Plant Information
All plants are shipped bare rooted unless otherwise stated. This helps reduce shipping costs, improves plant safety during transit and allows plants to travel more reliably.
Plants are carefully packed for Express Post and may vary naturally in colour, size and form according to season, growth stage and growing conditions.
Please check the product description and images for information specific to the plant you are purchasing.
If you have any questions about your plant or order, please reach out to us. We’re always happy to help.