Echeveria 'Riga' captivates with its robust, colorful rosettes that serve as a striking centerpiece in any succulent collection, whether displayed indoors or integrated into outdoor gardens. This hybrid succulent features pointed leaves that change hues with the seasons—from a refreshing bluish-green with vivid red edges in the warmer months to a rich burgundy speckled pattern during cooler weather. Each rosette can reach up to 15 cm in diameter and often produces smaller offsets around its base, making propagation straightforward and rewarding.
In spring, Echeveria 'Riga' delights with its display of orange, bell-shaped flowers. These blooms gracefully dangle from arching stalks that mimic the leaf color, creating a harmonious visual appeal. To thrive, this plant prefers a sunny spot that receives partial shade, especially during the hottest parts of the day, making it well-suited to Australian climates similar to Melbourne's temperate zones.
Caring for Echeveria 'Riga' involves providing well-draining soil, which can be either a commercial succulent mix or a homemade blend. It tolerates heat well, provided it has adequate air circulation, but should be protected from frost. Watering should follow the "soak and dry" method throughout the growing season, with minimal watering during dormant winter months to prevent rot. Fertilize sparingly with a diluted water-soluble fertilizer during active growth periods for optimal health.
Echeveria 'Riga' is not only easy to maintain but also offers a dynamic addition to any plant enthusiast’s collection, enhancing the aesthetic of both modern and traditional settings with its sculptural beauty and shifting colors.
Echeveria 'Riga' 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 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 and follow some simple care instructions you will find with your order.
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