×Sedeveria 'Maxwell'

Scientific Name

×Sedeveria 'Maxwell'

Scientific Classification

Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sempervivoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Nothogenus: ×Sedeveria

Origin

×Sedeveria 'Maxwell' is an intergeneric hybrid created by Mateo Lichtenstein. It results from a cross between Sedum clavatum and Echeveria laui.

Description

×Sedeveria 'Maxwell' is a stunning succulent that forms rosettes of bluish-green leaves with a thick powdery coating. The rosettes can reach up to 3 inches (7.5 cm) in diameter and produce offsets, forming a dense clump over time. The leaves take on orange hues when exposed to intense sunlight.

During summer, ×Sedeveria 'Maxwell' produces dense clusters of bell-shaped flowers with pinkish petals and sepals of the same color as the leaves. The flower stalk, bracts, sepals, and petals also have a thick, white, powdery coating.

How to Grow and Care for ×Sedeveria 'Maxwell'

Light: ×Sedeveria 'Maxwell' 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 ×Sedeveria 'Maxwell' 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: 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, ×Sedeveria 'Maxwell' 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: ×Sedeveria 'Maxwell' can be propagated by leaves or offsets during the growing season.

Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Echeveria.

Toxicity of ×Sedeveria 'Maxwell'

×Sedeveria 'Maxwell' has no reported toxic effects and is safe for growing around children and pets.

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