Introducing The Captivating Echeveria 'Ice Green'
Overview
Echeveria 'Ice Green' is an alluring assembly of both aesthetic charm and hardiness, a spectacular addition for any succulent aficionado. Its captivating winter hues and bi-colored blooms mark it as a remarkable standout, equally fitting for indoor displays or outdoor gardens.
Description
Echeveria 'Ice Green' originates from Korea and embodies the most desirable features of its speculated parent plants, E. laui and E. albicans. One of its standout features is its chameleon-like foliage. With exposure to strong sunlight and cooler temperatures, the leaves can morph into shades of pink and even orange-red. A frosty layer of farina further magnifies its mystic appearance. While this succulent can be comfortably housed in a 5 cm pot, proper care—including nutrient management—can significantly impact its size and coloration.Scientific Classification
- Family: Crassulaceae
- Subfamily: Sedoideae
- Tribe: Sedeae
- Subtribe: Sedinae
- Genus: Echeveria
Origins
Echeveria 'Ice Green' is a recent introduction from Korea and is possibly a hybrid between E. laui and E. albicans. Its unique attributes, such as its chubby, obovate leaves and captivating color shifts, make it a standout selection within the Echeveria genus.
Care Notes
Soil and Pot: For thriving growth, this succulent prefers a porous, well-draining soil mix. A blend of potting soil, perlite, and grit provides the ideal conditions for robust development. Opt for pots with good drainage holes to prevent waterlogging and root rot.Watering: Echeveria 'Ice Green' abides by the "soak and dry" watering principle. Thoroughly drench the soil when it becomes completely dry and avoid letting the plant sit in water. Over-watering can lead to rot, the most perilous situation for any succulent.
Quick Facts
- Primary Color: Green/Lime
- Secondary Color: Pink
- Bloom Color: Red Calyces and Yellow Petal
- Cold Hardiness: Suitable for warmer Australian climates
- Ideal Locations: Balcony, Window, Garden
- Propagation: Stem cutting, Leaf
- Special Characteristics: Pet-safe, Polycarpic (flowers many times per year), Showy Blooms
Conclusion
Echeveria 'Ice Green' is more than just another succulent; it’s a versatile and eye-catching plant that commands attention. Its straightforward care requirements make it ideal for those new to the world of succulents, while its intricate color patterns and seasonal changes captivate even seasoned horticulturists. With its myriad of compelling features and easy-to-follow care guide, Echeveria 'Ice Green' is set to become the shining star of your succulent collection.
Echeveria 'Ice Green' plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants as those shown in images 3 onward. First image two images 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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