Pachyphytum oviferum Care

Pachyphytum oviferum is a drought-tolerant succulent. You need to soak the soil thoroughly only when it's parched. Usually, you need to water the plant once per 1-2 weeks.

You don't have to prune Pachyphytum, but you can prune long shoots to promote bushier growth and rejuvenation once every few years.

Pachyphytum oviferum is a slow grower. You must dilute a balanced fertilizer to half-strength and add 2-3 times throughout the growing period. Avoid fertilizing if there isn't much sunlight or the soil is rich in organic matter.

Moonstone plant requires bright sunlight to thrive. A lack of sunlight may result in a leggy and weak look. Provide full sun if you grow it indoors, and in case you want to grow it in your garden, provide some shading during the noon hours.

A rocky succulent potting mix is the best choice. The soil should be well-draining so that it won't stay wet as a sponge.

After pruning with sharp scissors, let the cuttings dry for a day and then stick them in dry soil. Keep them in a warm sunny place, and water the cuttings after a week. Dividing pups from a mature bush during repotting and leaf propagation is also common.

The best day temperature is between 64-80˚F (18-25°C). The temperature during the night can drop a bit lower, which is fine for short periods, but it can't withstand any frost.

Shallow clay pots are preferable. Nonetheless, any pot is possible until it has drainage holes to prevent root rot due to overwatering.

Pachyphytum oviferum varies in color from greenish to pinkish and even dove-colored. And it depends not only on the cultivar but on the amount of sunlight, watering, and temperature.