Echeveria 'Amazing Grace'

Scientific Name

Echeveria 'Amazing Grace'

Scientific Classification

Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sempervivoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Genus: Echeveria

Origin

Echeveria 'Amazing Grace' is a hybrid created by Changhee Nursery in South Korea. It results from a cross between Echeveria hyalina, a synonym of Echeveria simulans, and Echeveria laui.

Description

Echeveria 'Amazing Grace' is a beautiful succulent that forms rosettes of chubby leaves with pastel colors. The rosettes can reach a diameter of about 3 inches (7.5 cm). The leaves start off as blue-green but gradually transform into lovely shades of lavender-pink and coral. All parts of the plant are covered with a fine, waxy coating that can rub off when touched.

During the spring and early summer, Echeveria 'Amazing Grace' produces clusters of striking, bell-shaped flowers that hang from arching stalks. The flowers are pinkish-orange on the outside and yellow to orange on the inside.

How to Grow and Care for Echeveria 'Amazing Grace'

Light: Echeveria 'Amazing Grace' requires full sun to partial shade for optimal growth. Therefore, place it near the brightest window in your home. In addition, if you are moving the plant outside in spring, do it gradually and avoid exposure to intense afternoon sun.

Soil: Having soil that drains quickly is most important for growing a healthy succulent. While many growers prefer to create their own soil mix, commercial soil mixes for succulents will work fine.

Temperature: High temperatures are not a problem as long as there is plenty of fresh air, but Echeveria 'Amazing Grace' is a tender succulent and must be brought indoors if there is a risk of freezing temperatures. It grows best in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 10a to 11b, with average minimum winter temperatures ranging from 30°F to 50°F (-1.1°C to 10°C).

Watering: This plant prefers the "soak and dry" method during the growing season. Water deeply and then let the soil completely dry out before watering again. Water sparingly during the winter, only enough to keep the plant from shriveling. Above all, if you have a saucer under the pot, do not forget to empty the excess water.

Fertilizing: Although it can grow well without fertilizer, Echeveria 'Amazing Grace' may benefit from extra nutrients. Feed only during the growing season and use a water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half the recommended strength.

Repotting: If growing it in a container, repot as needed in spring or early summer, but ensure the soil is dry before you start. Also, always use a container with drainage holes.

Propagation: Echeveria 'Amazing Grace' can be propagated by leaves or offsets during the growing season.

Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Echeveria.

Toxicity of Echeveria 'Amazing Grace'

Echeveria 'Amazing Grace' has no reported toxic effects and is safe for growing around children and pets.

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