Echeveria 'New Heights'

Scientific Name

Echeveria 'New Heights'

Scientific Classification

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

Origin

Echeveria 'New Heights' is a hybrid created by Dick Wright and named by Bev Spiller. The parentage is unknown.

Description

Echeveria 'New Heights' is a small succulent that forms compact, usually solitary rosettes of spoon-shaped, bluish-green leaves with reddish margins and one or more lumpy growths. The rosettes typically grow about 6 inches (15 cm), sometimes up to 12 inches (30 cm) in diameter, and may produce a few offsets. The leaves have a fine waxy coating that rubs off when touched. When exposed to direct sunlight, the bumps and margins take on a lovely shade of pink. The lumpy growths on the leaves become more prominent with age.

In spring, the rosettes produce clusters of bell-shaped pink flowers on arching stalks that rise well above the rosette.

How to Grow and Care for Echeveria 'New Heights'

Light: Echeveria 'New Heights' 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, a commercial potting mix designed for succulents will work fine.

Temperature: High temperatures are not a problem as long as there is plenty of fresh air, but Echeveria 'New Heights' 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 to 50 °F (-1.1 to 10 °C).

Watering: During the growing season, this plant prefers the "soak and dry" method. 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, the plant 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: As rarely produces offsets, Echeveria 'New Heights' is usually propagated by leaves, with the best time being in the spring.

Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Echeveria.

Toxicity of Echeveria 'New Heights'

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

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