All the frills
These eye-catching Echeveria cultivars, indigenous to Mexico, are bold, texture-rich succulents boasting large evergreen rosettes of densely frilled leaves. In late summer, expect to be delighted further by tall stalks bearing bright orange-red blooms.
Growing tips
Frilly echeverias enjoy sandy, welldrained soil in dappled sun or semi-shade.
Ensure they have good light to help leaves retain their gorgeous colour but take care not to let them burn in full sun. The amount of light and sun your plant receives will determine the colour and brightness of its leaves.
Claim to fame Frilly echeverias love the heat and once established will tolerate drought very well. You only need to water these lovelies occasionally, making them a waterwise addition to the garden.
In the garden Plant frilly echeverias in beds and borders or showcase them in pots on the patio or in rock gardens. Fertilise once every two months during spring and autumn.
Pest patrol An added bonus of these succulents is that they are not prone to disease but watch out for mealybugs, weevils and aphids. Ask your local nursery for suitable products to control these pests.
Try these! Add these eye-catching cultivars to your succulent collection: ‘Firelight’, ‘Frills’, ‘Blue Curls’, ‘Giant Blue Curls’, ‘Dick’s Pink’, ‘Strawberry Hearts’, ‘Shaviana Truffles’ and ‘Crinoline’.
Top tip A handful of coarse sand does wonders in both pots and beds where succulents are planted. >>