Echeveria pulvinata 'Ruby Blush Succulent Plant commonly called as Chenille Plant. It is a most attractive, fast-growing succulent plant, up to 12 inches (15 cm) tall and sprawling to several feet in width with stems that are tipped with small rosettes holding thick spathulate green leaves with all parts densely covered with silvery white hairs.
How to Grow and Care
Most of the 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 Echeveria are susceptible to mealy bugs. As with all succulents, careful watering habits and plenty of light will help ensure success.
Water: Water occasionally, while the root system becomes established. Increase the frequency during the hot summer months.
Feeding: Like many is the genus Echeveria this variety is drought tolerant. Do not overfeed. When feeding use a balanced fertilizer on a weekly basis.Younger plants require a fertilizer with lower amounts of nitrogen while mature plants can handle a stronger feed.
Soil: Grow painted Echeveria in well-drained soil. Loam and sand work best. Transplant when needed.
Transplanting: However, transplanting is best done during the warmer season. Before moving plants, make sure the soil is dry.
Hardiness:
Hardiness USDA zone 9b to 11b: from 25 °F (−3.9 °C) to 50 °F (+10 °C).
Origin: Echeveria pulvinata 'Ruby' is an attractive cultivar of Echeveria pulvinata.
Propagation: Propagate painted Echeveria from stem cuttings or leaf cuttings. If using stem cuttings, remove them by hand and let them heal over for a few days.Once the cut dries, plant the cuttings in cactus soil and place it in a warm spot away from harsh sunlight. Water until plants take root.
If starting from leaf cuttings, remove the leaves from the plant during summer and let them dry.Plant the dried leaf in moist soil until one third buried. Select a arm location to place the pot while rooting. Water when the potting soil begins to dry.Leaves should establish roots in 4-6 weeks.
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- Scientific Name: Echeveria pulvinata ‘Ruby Blush’
- Common Names: Chenille Plant, Plush Plant
- Family: Crassulaceae
- Subfamily: Sedoideae
- Tribe: Sedeae
- Subtribe: Sedinae
- Genus: Echeveria
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How to Grow and Care
Most of the 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 Echeveria are susceptible to mealy bugs. As with all succulents, careful watering habits and plenty of light will help ensure success.
Water: Water occasionally, while the root system becomes established. Increase the frequency during the hot summer months.
Feeding: Like many is the genus Echeveria this variety is drought tolerant. Do not overfeed. When feeding use a balanced fertilizer on a weekly basis.Younger plants require a fertilizer with lower amounts of nitrogen while mature plants can handle a stronger feed.
Soil: Grow painted Echeveria in well-drained soil. Loam and sand work best. Transplant when needed.
Transplanting: However, transplanting is best done during the warmer season. Before moving plants, make sure the soil is dry.
Hardiness:
Hardiness USDA zone 9b to 11b: from 25 °F (−3.9 °C) to 50 °F (+10 °C).
Origin: Echeveria pulvinata 'Ruby' is an attractive cultivar of Echeveria pulvinata.
Propagation: Propagate painted Echeveria from stem cuttings or leaf cuttings. If using stem cuttings, remove them by hand and let them heal over for a few days.Once the cut dries, plant the cuttings in cactus soil and place it in a warm spot away from harsh sunlight. Water until plants take root.
If starting from leaf cuttings, remove the leaves from the plant during summer and let them dry.Plant the dried leaf in moist soil until one third buried. Select a arm location to place the pot while rooting. Water when the potting soil begins to dry.Leaves should establish roots in 4-6 weeks.
- ALSO READ some more info HOW TO GROW AND CARE FOR ECHEVERIA NODULOSA
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