Echeveria 'Red Tips'
Echeveria agavoides ‘Red Tips’ is a striking Mexican succulent prized for its crisp architectural form and vivid colour contrast. Native to the rocky highlands of central Mexico, this species belongs to the Crassulaceae family and is admired for its compact, agave-like rosette of thick, fleshy leaves. The cultivar ‘Red Tips’ is particularly sought after for its bright green foliage accented by deep red margins and sharply pointed tips, creating a bold display that intensifies during cooler weather and periods of strong light.
Growing to approximately 15–20 cm tall and 20–30 cm wide, Echeveria agavoides ‘Red Tips’ remains relatively compact and slow growing, making it an excellent choice for pots, succulent bowls, rockeries, and waterwise gardens. Unlike many Echeveria varieties that develop a powdery coating, the leaves of this species are smooth, glossy, and almost wax-polished in appearance, enhancing its clean, sculptural look throughout the year.
During late spring and summer, mature plants produce elegant arching flower stalks bearing clusters of nodding, bell-shaped blooms in shades of coral, orange, and yellow. These colourful flowers attract pollinators and provide an additional seasonal feature above the foliage.
Echeveria agavoides ‘Red Tips’ thrives in a free-draining succulent potting mix and performs best in a position receiving bright light, morning sun, or filtered sunlight. In cooler parts of Australia it appreciates protection from heavy frost and prolonged winter wet conditions. Water deeply when the growing medium has completely dried, allowing excess moisture to drain away freely.
With its bold geometry, vibrant colouring, and easy-care nature, Echeveria agavoides ‘Red Tips’ is a dependable and rewarding succulent that brings year-round structure and colour to both indoor and outdoor collections.
Echeveria 'Red Tips' 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.