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Echeveria hybrida 'Blue Speed' is a compact, rosette-forming succulent with blue-green leaves that may develop hints of pink or purple along the edges under stress or bright light. This low-maintenance plant is perfect for rock gardens, containers, and indoor displays.
Description
- Dimensions: Grows 4-6 inches tall and 6-8 inches wide.
- Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun to part sun (best color develops with more sunlight).
- Water Requirements: Requires well-drained soil; allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Drought-tolerant.
- Hardiness Zones: Hardy in Zones 9-11; grow indoors in colder climates.
- Bloom Time: Late spring to summer with small bell-shaped flowers on tall stems.
- Pruning: Remove spent flower stalks and dead leaves to maintain appearance.
How to Plant
- Location: Ideal for containers, rock gardens, and succulent arrangements.
- Soil Preparation: Use well-draining cactus or succulent mix; amend with sand or perlite if needed.
- Planting: Plant at the same depth as the nursery pot, ensuring proper drainage.
- Spacing: Space 6-8 inches apart to allow for natural growth.
- Watering: Follow the soak and dry method—water thoroughly, then allow the soil to dry out before the next watering.
Fun Fact
Like most Echeveria, 'Blue Speed' produces offsets ("pups"), allowing for easy propagation and expansion of your succulent collection!