Echeveria 'Pearl of Nurnberg'

Echeveria 'Pearl of Nurnberg' Care

echeveria perle von nurnberg

Other names: Echeveria Pvn

What is the plant

Echeveria is a popular plant that is usually grown in Great Britain as a houseplant, so it is ideal for a windowsill and can decorate beautifully. As for larger versions of the plant, they can be grown in a greenhouse. The Pearl of Nurnberg blooms in summer and is prized for its beautiful foliage.

This succulent, originally from Mexico, has dense rosettes with pointed tips. They can have a gray, lavender, or pink color. The leaves grow up to 25 cm (0.8 ft) tall and can reach 20.5 cm (0.6 ft) wide, and the stems are red, and next to them bloom flowers resembling bells. This Echeveria is often used to decorate wedding bouquets. The plant is hardy and can survive cold conditions down to -3°C (26˚F).

humidity

Dry

lighting

Part sun and part shade

temperature

18°C - 26°C

hardiness zone

9 - 11

difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Echeveria easily tolerates drought, so let the soil dry out between waterings. The most water is needed when the plant is in the growth phase.
Pruning
Cut off the top of the succulent with scissors, leaving the base with 2-3 leaves.
Fertilizer
Echeveria does not need a special fertilizer for its growth, but you can add a slow-release fertilizer during the summer for better absorption.

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Sunlight
Ideal conditions are for partial shade and sun. Six hours of sun per day is required for the best development.
Soil
The soil should be well drained and loose to promote root growth. For better development, pumice should be added.
Propagation
The best propagation method is leaf cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Preparing wet soil, putting a sheet on the surface, and covering it with a plastic bag are necessary. When the plant sprouts, the bag can be removed.

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Temperature
The temperature should be above 4°C (40˚F). The plant can tolerate temperatures as low as -1 to -3°C (25-30˚F).
Container
Any pot will do; the main thing is that it can be easily moved outdoors or indoors.
Fun fact
Echeveria was named after the Mexican artist Atanasio Echeverría y Godoy.