Echeveria Elegans Alba, also known as White Elegans, is a unique succulent that catches the eye with its stunning pale green primary color and secondary hues of white and pink. Its rosette shape makes it a popular choice for garden pieces and bridal bouquets. This Korean succulent is a rare find that can be grown both indoors and outdoors, as long as it receives the proper care.
Like most Echeveria succulents, Echeveria Elegans Alba requires full to partial sunlight to maintain its beautiful rosette shape and striking white color. However, it is not frost hardy and should be moved indoors before the frost sets in. Artificial light can be used to supplement natural light during the winter months.
One of the biggest challenges with succulents is overwatering, which can lead to their demise. To ensure the health of Echeveria Elegans Alba, it is important to use a well-draining soil mix and pots with good drainage holes. A cactus soil mix can be created by combining perlite, gritty rocks, and regular potting mix to provide adequate drainage. Succulents require minimal watering, and it is best to use the soak-and-dry method. Water thoroughly when the soil is dry, and avoid letting the plant sit in wet soil.
Echeveria Elegans Alba can grow up to 15 cm in height and 10 cm in width, making it a great choice for small spaces like balconies and windowsills. It is also suitable for gardens, where it can add a unique touch to a succulent collection. Propagation of Echeveria Elegans Alba can be achieved through leaves, offsets, and seeds.
During the winter months, Echeveria Elegans Alba may develop a pink to red blush on the tips and edges of its leaves, adding to its beauty when under stress. This succulent is a delicate plant that requires proper care, but with the right attention, it can thrive in any space, indoor or outdoor.
In summary, Echeveria Elegans Alba is a rare Korean succulent with a unique color palette of pale green, white and pink. It requires full to partial sunlight, well-draining soil, and minimal watering. It is suitable for small spaces like balconies and windowsills and can be propagated through leaves, offsets, and seeds. With proper care, this succulent can add a touch of beauty to any space, and its winter blush is a delightful surprise.
Echeveria Elegans Alba plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants as those shown in images. 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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