Echeveria Cuspidata 'Tough' Japanese

About Echeveria Cuspidata 'Tough' Japanese

Echeveria Cuspidata 'Tough' Japanese is a succulent of the Echeveria genus in the Crassulacea family. It is a small succulent variety whose leaves are ovate, leaf tips and margins turn red easily. When it thrives, the leaves are thick, the succulent type is wrapped, and the leaf tip and margin are bright red. If the sunlight is insufficient, or the climate is hot, the plant will be more obviously green, with only a little red edge.

How to care for Echeveria Cuspidata 'Tough' Japanese

Sun: Like most Echeveria succulents, Echeveria Cuspidata 'Tough' Japanese prefer sufficient sunlight. In the growth period, giving it full direct sunlight is better to help it thrive. Please place it under the shade cloth during the hot after in hot summer noon. Click here to learn how to care for succulents in summer.

Temperature: The best growth temperature of Echeveria Cuspidata 'Tough' Japanese is 59~77°F if the high temperature above 95°F in summer begins to show slow growth. When the temperature is lower than 41°F in winter, it will go dormant. Frost damage may occur. So pay attention to temperature control and water control in summer, and it is best to maintain the temperature above 50°F in winter to allow it to winter safely. Click here to learn more about succulent dormant.

Soil: Using the succulent soil mix is the best option. It would help if the particles in the soil were around 30%, which is conducive to young Echeveria Cuspidata 'Tough' Japanese growth. When it grows bigger, it is time to increase the proportion of particles, which is most appropriate, to about 60%-80%. It is helpful for water control if the proportion of particles is high.

Watering: Generally, you don't need to water Echeveria Cuspidata 'Tough' Japanese as frequently as other succulent plants because it stores water in its thick leaves and stems. When you see wrinkles in your succulent's leaves, this could mean your plant is either thirsty or has had too much water. Overwatering and excessive moisture in the soil can result in rotting succulent roots, which can impede the plant's ability to absorb nutrients and cause the leaves to become soft and wrinkled. You should water the succulent thoroughly until the soil is completely dry. Click here to learn how to save overwatered succulent.

Propagation: Look at its thick leaves, which must be suitable for leaf propagation. Gently shake the ripe leaves at the bottom until removed. Place the removed leaves in a dry and ventilated place for a few days until the wound becomes scarred. Lay the leaves flat on the soil and wait for the roots to grow. Click here to learn more about succulent leaf propagation.

More information

 Primary color: Green
Secondary color: Red
Cold hardiness: USDA zones 11 (40°F)
Product format: rooted in 2" nursery pot.
Suitability: balcony, window
Propagation: leaf, behead

We pack all shipments by hand. 

We have many years of experience shipping live succulents and cactus plants. We pay close attention to packing and have developed an expert shipping method. All succulents are packed and protected with polypropylene cotton (this is a stuffing used for dolls). We find this is the most effective material for protecting live plants while in transit. It is important to us that you are able to Keep going and Keep growing without any stress about the quality of the product or packaging.

Shipping Speed

In general, it takes 3 to 10 days for plants to arrive after you place your order. All orders will be shipped out 48 hours after you place them. We ship the orders on work days(from Monday to Saturday) and all year round. In normal conditions, it will take 3-10 days for you to receive the package. Estimated shipping times are offered as needed.

HOLIDAYS: During weeks in which a holiday occurs - Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, etc. - shipping may be delayed until the following week.

EXTREME WEATHER NOTICE: The Next Gardener reserves the right to hold shipments during storms or periods of extreme heat or cold. This is to ensure your plant does not suffer while it is in transit.

Winter shipping

We insist on shipping succulents to our customers all year round. However due to the extreme winter weather, although we pack succulents with as much protective material as possible, plants are still at increased risk of frost on their way to colder areas. We highly recommend adding one 72-hour heat pack to your order or you can request a hold on the package until it warms up.

Please note that The Next Gardener is not responsible for packages that suffer cold damage without a heat pack. We cannot control the weather. Order at your own risk.

Hawaii, Alaska, and Other US Territories

Fortunately, shipping is available to Alaska, Guam, and other U.S. Territories. However, due to numerous factors beyond our control, including customs checks and shipping delays, free shipping to Hawaii and Puerto Rico is not an option. And we can not provide the 14-day quality guarantee for orders going to Hawaii and Puerto Rico. The buyer will assume all risk of damage when a delivery is delayed. We appreciate your understanding.

Sorry. No International Shipping for now!!!