Echeveria 'Fiona's Choice'
Echeveria 'Fiona's Choice' is an attractive hybrid succulent derived from Echeveria halbingeri, valued for its compact rosette form and beautiful seasonal colour changes. Its neat proportions, soft pastel tones and tendency to produce offsets make it an appealing Echeveria for both mixed collections and individual pots.
The rosettes are composed of thick, fleshy, broadly spoon-shaped to obovate leaves, often covered with a delicate layer of farina – the natural powdery bloom that gives many Echeverias their characteristic soft, silvery appearance. Foliage can range through silvery blue and blue-green to subtle lavender and greyish-purple, depending on growing conditions and the time of year.
One of the most appealing features of Echeveria 'Fiona's Choice' is its ability to develop beautiful pink and rosy tones. With plenty of bright light, cooler temperatures and the natural stresses associated with seasonal growth, the leaves can blush noticeably pink, particularly around the margins and tips. As with many succulents, colour intensity will vary throughout the year.
Initially forming a tidy rosette, this cultivar will naturally produce small offsets, or "pups", around the lower stem and base as it matures. These gradually develop into an attractive cluster and can also be separated for propagation once sufficiently established.
Echeveria 'Fiona's Choice' performs best in a bright, sunny position with good airflow. In Australian conditions, some protection from intense afternoon sun during periods of extreme summer heat can help prevent leaf scorch. Grow it in a porous, free-draining succulent mix and water thoroughly before allowing the growing medium to dry between waterings. Avoid prolonged wet conditions around the roots and protect the plant from heavy frost.
An easy-care Echeveria with lovely form and changing colour, 'Fiona's Choice' is particularly rewarding when given enough light to reveal its beautiful pink tones.
Echeveria 'Fiona's Coice' 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.
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.