Echeveria Estrella
Echeveria 'Estrella' is a fascinating succulent species that beautifully melds aesthetics with resilience. Despite its uncertain origins, it boasts a distinct visual appeal that sets it apart from other members of the Echeveria genus.
This cultivar captures your attention with its singular rosette, composed of oval, elongated leaves, assembled in a star-shaped pattern - a feature that lends the plant its name, 'Estrella', Spanish for 'star'. The leaves are coloured a subtle glaucous grey with a subtle reddish hint at their tips, and they're packed so tightly that the underlying stem remains hidden from view.
In spring and summer, the Echeveria 'Estrella' puts on a show with a raceme-arranged inflorescence of yellow, bell-shaped flowers sprouting from the rosette's centre, adding an extra dash of charm to its appeal.
The cultivation of Echeveria 'Estrella' is a rewarding endeavour. This hardy plant, akin to its relatives from the Mexican highlands and parts of South America, thrives in challenging environments. A sunny spot will ensure the full exposure it needs to accentuate the reddish tinge on its leaves and vibrant green colour overall. It's winter-hardy down to 4ºC, so an easy-to-move pot is recommended for bringing indoors during the cooler months in Australia.
Watering Echeveria 'Estrella' requires a careful hand, especially during winter. Soil selection is straightforward, with any well-draining mix doing the job. A bit of perlite or pumice can enhance drainage, and a light fertilization during the growing season will keep it happy and healthy.
With propagation via leaf cuttings or offsets, the Echeveria 'Estrella' is not just a stunning plant, but also a gift that keeps on giving. Its blue-toned leaves grow denser and more compact with ample sunlight, making this succulent a delightful addition to any plant collection.
Echeveria Estrella plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants as those shown in images 1 to 10. Colours will vary depending on time of year 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.