An unusual succulent with fleshy purple green leaves with a white edge maturing to bronze. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers August to October. Full sun. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Echeveria gibbiflora ‘Metallica’
An unusual succulent with fleshy purple green leaves with a white edge maturing to bronze
Additional information
| Generic | Echeveria |
|---|---|
| Species | gibbiflora |
| Varietry | 'Metallica' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | red |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 30cm |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Spread | 15cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, bronze |
| Flowers From | August, October |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Water sparingly in winter, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs, Aphids, Vine weevils |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Place outdoors in the summer |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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