Echeveria Elegans Raspberry Ice (4 inch)

About Echeveria Elegans Raspberry Ice (4 inch)

Echeveria Elegans Raspberry Ice (4 inch), a succulent of the genus Echeveria in the family Crassulaceae, is a hybrid succulent plant whose leaves are closely arranged and spoon-shaped. The leaves are blooming like the petals of a lotus, which is smooth and delicate. The usual color is mostly green. It is a flowering succulent with yellow, star-shaped flowers that usually open in spring. Its flowering period is short, only a few days, so take the time to appreciate its beauty.

How to care for Echeveria Elegans Raspberry Ice (4 inch)

Soil: Echeveria Elegans Raspberry Ice is very important to use fertile and breathable soil. You can use peat, perlite, and vermiculite blends. To prevent root decay, the proportion of granular soil should be appropriately higher, generally more than 50%.

Watering: The succulent is not necessary to water it frequently. Watering every half month is enough. When watering, avoid water accumulation on the leaves to avoid rot. It can be given enough water during the growing season in spring and autumn, and the soil can be watered once when it is close to dry. In hot summer, it is essential to pay attention to water control. When you notice wrinkling of the leaves, choose a cool weather to water and ensure proper ventilation.

Sun: As a soft succulent, Echeveria Elegans Raspberry Ice needs sufficient light in spring and autumn and proper shade in summer. Move Echeveria Elegans Raspberry Ice (4 inch) indoors if it rains a lot.

Temperature: Its growth temperature of it is best controlled at about 68°F. The growth and color of the plant can be affected if the temperature is not within the optimal range. Keep the temperature above 37.4°F in the winter to avoid frostbite. Summer is its dormant season; try to keep it away from the heat.

Fertilizer: Fertilizer is not essential for Echeveria Elegans Raspberry Ice. However, if you like, you can apply a diluted fertilizer when they are in their active growth phase.

Pest control: Pests and diseases do not bother Echeveria Elegans Raspberry Ice. It is important to be cautious of pests such as mealybugs and aphids, as they can infest and harm your beloved succulent plants.

Propagation: The main breeding methods for Echeveria Elegans Raspberry Ice (4 inch) include leaf cutting, branching, and sowing. The fastest way to reproduce is through branching. After Echeveria Elegans Raspberry Ice (4 inch) is grown in a group, the small heads of the group can be separated.

More Information

Primary color: blue/white
Secondary color: pink
Cold hardiness: 10
Product format: 2" pot
Suitability: balcony, window
Propagation: leaf, cutting, beheading

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!!!