Echeveria, Houseplant Of The Month Of August

In August, it’s Echeveria’s turn to be the Houseplant of the month. This succulent originates from Mexico, is available in a range of shades and can take a knock or two

Meaty leaves in the shape of a rosette

What is first noticeable about the Echeveria are its thick, meaty leaves, which grow in the shape of a rosette. These leaves vary in colour per variety of Echeveria, from grey green to lilac and red. Some Echeverias also flower, with stems which shoot from the plant with yellow, orange, red or pink flowers.

Coping with Mexican drought

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