Echeveria 'Rainbow' (Rare)

About Echeveria' Rainbow'

Echeveria' Rainbow', also known as Echeveria' West Rainbow', is the variant of Echeveria' Perle Von Nürnberg'. With sharp tips, its inverted-oval foliage constitutes a compact rosette. The variable color of the succulent is regarded as its unique characteristic; it will turn pink from the plant's heart to the edge when the sunshine is fully provided, and the temperature rises. And Echeveria 'Rainbow' will feature purple and green to different extents if given the converse sunlight and heat condition. This change is a pathology for Echeveria' Perle Von Nürnberg', which makes the succulent lose chlorophyll, and unable to finish photosynthesis. The disease brings its susceptibility, leading to high standards of temperature, watering, and sunlight. But its rare appearing probability makes it a real collection for succulent fanatics.

How to care for Echeveria' Rainbow'

Sun/Location: As a soft succulent, Echeveria 'Rainbow' is not cold-resistant. On the contrary, it favors full to partial sunshine. Only with adequate sunlight and ideal temperature can it spare no effort to unfold its glamour. Though sunshine-oriented, the succulent is inappropriate to be solarized for a long time in summer. Shading is needed. So place it close to the window which can provide enough light.

Soil/Pot: Like many other Echeveria succulents, Echeveria' Rainbow' prefer a well-drainage succulent soil to thrive. So combining turf shavings and Coarse Perlite can build a paradise for the succulent. Soil with a faintly acidic condition can be better. Repotting work should be arranged in warm seasons. Click here to get the best soil recipe for succulents!

Watering: Echeveria succulents will express their dissatisfaction through rotting or wrinkling if they are too wet or too dry. You are supposed to water Echeveria 'Rainbow' regularly in its growing seasons but stop this frequent work in winter, especially when the temperature is below 41℉. Or your nourishment may be disturbed.

Propagation: For its scarcity, it mainly propagates by leafing propagation method. Because Echeveria 'Rainbow' is a variegated succulent, most of its seedlings will return to Echeveria' Perle Von Nürnberg,' and only a tiny proportion can stay remained. Click here to learn the extra tips for succulent propagation.

More information

Primary color: purple and green
Secondary color: pink, purple, green, yellow
Bloom color: pink, red
Cold hardiness: Zone 9b to 11b (from 20 °F to 50 °F)
Product format: Rooted in 2" pot
Suitability: Balcony, Window, Garden, Container
Special characteristics: Rare, Low maintenance, Pet safe

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!!!