Echeveria 'Apollo'

Scientific Name

Echeveria 'Apollo'

Scientific Classification

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

Origin

Echeveria 'Apollo' is a hybrid introduced in 2012 by Surreal Succulents. The parentage is unknown.

Description

Echeveria 'Apollo' is an attractive succulent that forms rosettes of narrow, lance-shaped leaves that range from sea blue to coral pink in full sunlight.

As of now, flowering has not been observed in Echeveria 'Apollo'.

How to Grow and Care for Echeveria 'Apollo'

Hardiness: USDA hardiness zone 9b to 11b: from 25°F (-3.9°C) to 50°F (10°C).

Most common Echeveria species are not complicated succulents to grow, provided you follow a few basic rules. First, be careful never to let water sit in the rosette, as it can cause rot or fungal diseases that will kill the plant. Additionally, remove dead leaves from the bottom of the plant as it grows. These dead leaves provide a haven for pests, and Echeverias are susceptible to mealy bugs. Finally, as with all succulents, careful watering habits and plenty of light will help ensure success.

Repot as needed, preferably during the warm season. To repot a succulent, ensure the soil is dry, then gently remove the pot. Knock away the old soil from the roots, removing any rotted or dead roots. Treat any cuts with a fungicide. Place the plant in its new pot and backfill with potting soil, spreading the roots as you repot. Leave the plant dry for a week or so, then begin to water lightly to reduce the risk of root rot.

Most Echeveria can be easily propagated from leaf cuttings, although a few are better propagated from seeds or stem cuttings. Place the individual leaf in a succulent or cacti mix to propagate a leaf cutting, and cover the dish until the new plant sprouts.

See more at How to Grow and Care for Echeveria.

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