Echeveria Trumpet Pinky 'Blue Form'

Echeveria Trumpet Pinky 'Blue Form' is a captivating succulent that will undoubtedly pique the interest of any plant enthusiast. This plant is a hybrid of Echeveria Shaviana and Echeveria Cante, and its unique attribute is the tubular and trumpet-shaped leaves that give it a distinct appearance.

The Echeveria Trumpet Pinky 'Blue Form' boasts rosettes of short glaucus trumpet shaped leaves producing heads measuring between 8-12cm across and 10cm high. This slow-growing plant produces offsets in ideal conditions, which will eventually fill your pot. The foliage of this plant will change with high light, producing more pink when the plant is under stress.

This succulent is easy to care for and practically looks after itself. It is recommended to use a cactus/succulent potting mix for best results as it offers good drainage, which the plant requires. Echeveria Trumpet Pinky 'Blue Form' isn't a heavy feeder, and you can use a diluted, liquid fertilizer in spring to keep it happy and healthy.

Echeveria Trumpet Pinky 'Blue Form' requires bright, indirect light to thrive and may stretch if it doesn't receive sufficient light. However, keep it away from the hot afternoon sun, which can sunburn the leaves. Ensure that the plant is well watered when dry, and allow it to almost dry out before watering again.

Echeveria Trumpet Pinky 'Blue Form' is a slow-growing plant, and it's important to propagate it correctly. Once mature, the plant produces offsets around its base which can be used to propagate new plants. You can easily remove the offsets and plant them in a new pot with fresh soil.

The lineage of Echeveria Trumpet Pinky is shrouded in uncertainty, with various sources proposing different ancestries. Some suggest that it is a hybrid between Echeveria shaviana and Echeveria cante, or a 'Topsy Turvy' variant, while others propose it as a mutation of Echeveria 'Pinky'. This ambiguity regarding its origin only intensifies the fascination associated with this remarkable plant. We are inclined to believe that a sort of mutation might be responsible, given the distinct deformation present in its flowers, unlike any other Echeveria we've come across.

Wrapping up, Echeveria Trumpet Pinky 'Blue Form' truly stands as a succulent marvel unlike any other. Its captivating allure, underscored by minimal care needs, is undeniable. Its singular, tubular and trumpet-shaped leaves, accompanied by their chameleon-like color transitions, make it an irresistible trophy for the succulent lover. This plant, thriving effortlessly indoors and outdoors, proves a versatile gem in any flora compilation. Indeed, this Echeveria isn't just a plant; it's a show-stopping spectacle that compels the human eye to marvel in awe.

Echeveria Trumpet Pinky 'Blue Form' plants for sale shown in 90mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants as those shown in images. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions.

We also have another completely unique form of 'Trumpet Pinky' for sale when available. This Echeveria 'Trumpet Pinky' variety is a larger grower and boasts elongated silver-blue tubular leaves, which display remarkable deep pink and sometimes red hues at the leaf tips, particularly around the outer edges that create the trumpet's rim. This specific variation also exhibits a more distinct trumpet-like form, with the leaf ends flaring out considerably, closely mimicking the authentic shape of a trumpet. CLICK HERE to check it out.