Echeveria Laurensis (4 inch)

About Echeveria Laurensis

Emerging from Mexico's volcanic highlands, E. laurensis captivates with its liquid-metal foliage and graceful form. Unlike compact echeverias, this variety celebrates unrestrained beauty, evolving from youthful symmetry to cascading artistry as it matures. Young plants form skyward rosettes (4–6" wide in this size), gradually developing arching stems that spill like frozen waterfalls. Mature specimens become stunning hanging specimens. Broad, spatulate leaves ripple with gentle undulations. Base tones shift from seafoam green in shade to aquamarine-blue in sun, edged with watercolor-pink margins when stressed. A subtle silver pruinescence enhances its aquatic illusion. Summer brings slender, coral-toned stalks bearing tangerine bells—a vibrant counterpoint to its cool-toned foliage.

How to care for Echeveria Laurensis

Light: Your laurensis achieves peak coloration with dappled full sun (4–6 hrs direct light + bright indirect exposure). Intense afternoon rays may cause leaf curl, while low light prompts excessive stretching. East-facing exposures or bright patios suit it perfectly.

Water: Water when the soil surface feels parched 1" down, saturating thoroughly then draining completely. Reduce frequency during winter's cool rest. Its trailing form benefits from bottom-watering to protect leaf integrity.

Temperature: Ideal Spectrum: 60–80°F (15–27°C). Tolerates 28°F (–2°C) when absolutely dry (Zones 9b–11). Frost transforms margins to lavender. Above 85°F (30°C), provide airflow; leaves may blush peach at extremes.

Pot & Soil: This 4" specimen thrives in its breathable nursery pot until repotting (upgrade when roots emerge from drainage holes). Use shallow, wide containers with gritty substrate (60% pumice + 40% soil).

Fertilizer: Supplement monthly during growth seasons (spring/fall) with seaweed-enhanced succulent fertilizer (2-4-3) at quarter-strength. Winter dormancy requires fasting.

Pest & disease: Pruinose coating deters pests. Inspect stem bases for mealybugs; treat with cinnamon-infused water sprays. Avoid high-humidity microclimates.

More information

Primary color: Seafoam Green to Aquamarine
Secondary color: Watercolor-Pink Margins (sun/cool stress)
Bloom color: Tangerine
Product format: Rooted in 4 inch nursery pot
Cold hardiness: Zones 9b–11 (28°F / –2°C to 40°F / 4°C)
Suitability:
Hanging baskets
Bright windowsills
Sheltered rockeries
Tabletop waterfalls
Propagation: Stem cuttings, nodal offsets
Special characteristics:
Fluid architecture – Evolves from rosette to cascading sculpture.
Pruinose shimmer – Reflective coating enhances light diffusion.
Adaptive coloration – Shifts from oceanic blues to sunset pinks.
Expressive growth – Dramatic response to container space.

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!!!