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Echeveria 'Cris'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 2"-3"
  • W: 4"-12"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Echeveria 'Cris' plant details

Echeveria 'Cris' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Echeveria 'Cris'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 IN - 12 IN - wide, 2 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in summer
Uses: collectible, container plant, houseplant, rosette-forming, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Echeveria 'Cris'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Echeveria ‘Cris’ is an attractive succulent rosette with glowing, powdery blue-green leaves. The leaf tips may flush to a pinkish-red under certain light and watering conditions. Echeveria are small, slow-growing, low maintenance plants. Provide a well-drained soil away from reflected heat. Once established, water infrequently during the hot season. Ideal in warm climate landscapes and container gardens. Echeveria ‘Cris’ is especially happy sitting on your windowsill as a houseplant. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

Gardening facts about Echeveria 'Cris' plant

How to Grow Echeveria 'Cris'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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