Here are some details that my fellow succulent nerds might appreciate: The Echeveria Imbricata “Blue Rose” is one of the older succulent varieties around. A member of the echeveria genus, the E. Imbricata is a hybrid (E. Secunda “Glauca” var E. Gibbiflora “Metallica”) cultivated in the 1870s by Jean-Baptiste DeLeuil of Marseille. Yesterday’s gardeners referred to Imbricata as “hens and chicks”, a fitting name since the Imbricata readily multiplies, offsets growing in tight clusters around the mother plant. Besides being prolific the Imbricata is hardy (it can handle short durations of as low as 20ºF), is low maintenance and undeniably beautiful.
When Echeveria imbricata Blue Rose are first potted, they will require more water, once established they will need less water. Allow the soil to dry between watering. When watering, use caution to avoid pouring water into the rosettes. If water gets trapped inside, the plant may suffer from fungal rot and slowly die. Pour water directly on the soil around the plant.
Place it in full sun or partial shade. If grown indoors, give the plant bright light throughout most of the day. Typically, western-facing or southern-facing windows provide the best sunlight for succulent houseplants.
Like most succulents, the echeveria imbricata grows easily in healthy, sandy soil offering good drainage. It can also tolerate slightly acidic or alkaline soil.
As one of the hardiest succulents, the imbricata can tolerate lower temperatures. It can survive short durations of temperatures as low as 20° degrees Fahrenheit.
