Echeveria are some of the easiest succulents to grow, and the Perle von Nurnberg plant is one of the prettiest examples of the group. You won’t miss flowers when you grow Echeveria ‘Perle von Nurnberg.’ The soft lilac and pearlescent tones of the rosettes areas sweet as roses and will beautify a rockery, container garden or pathway
Echeveria ‘Perle von Nurnberg’ has typical watering needs for a succulent. It’s best to use the “soak and dry” method, and allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings.
It does well in full to partial sun. Plant in an area of your garden that gets 6 hours of sunlight a day.
Fertilizer isn’t a priority with this plant. If you want to give it a try though, do so during the summer with succulent or cactus fertilizer. It should be liquid and balanced or low-nitrogen.
Well-draining soil is essential for keeping your Pearl of Nurnberg happy. If this plant is left sitting in water, it’s susceptible to rot and fungal diseases.The ideal soil for Pearl of Nurnberg is gritty in texture. Choose a premade succulent soil or custom-make your own
Start by cutting off the top of the succulent using sharp scissors. Leave at least an inch or two on the base with 2-3 leaves. Be sure to leave enough stem on the cutting to plant in soil later.
PVN is not cold hardy, so if you live in a zone that gets colder than 30° F (-1.1° C), it’s best to plant this succulent in a container that can be brought indoors.