Echeveria 'Christmas'

Also Known As

Echeveria agavoides 'Christmas'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 2"-3"
W: 3"-6"

planting zones

9b-12

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Echeveria 'Christmas' plant details

Echeveria 'Christmas' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green and red foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. 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 'Christmas'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 2 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: collectible, container plant, houseplant, rosette-forming, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Echeveria 'Christmas'

USDA Zones: 9b - 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 agavoides ‘Christmas’ features sharply pointed, fleshy succulent leaves with intense red margins growing in a rosette. Prolonged sun exposure, as well as cooler weather, will intensify the color. Displays bell-shaped, coral flowers with yellow, star-shaped tips atop coral stalks. A small, slow-growing, low maintenance plant. 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, but is especially happy sitting on your windowsill as a houseplant. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!