Echeveria 'Red Rose'

About Echeveria 'Red Rose'

Echeveria 'Red Rose' is a succulent variety that falls under the Echeveria genus, part of the Crassulaceae plant family. Its leaves are thick, with triangular-shaped tips, forming a beautiful, loosely packed rosette. When thriving, the leaves turn a striking shade of red like a stunning rose, making it incredibly eye-catching. That's why it's called ‘Red Rose.’

How to care for Echeveria 'Red Rose'

Sun: To care for Echeveria 'Red Rose' in terms of sunlight, it thrives in bright, indirect light. Place the succulent plant in a location where it receives partial to full sunlight for about 6 to 8 hours a day. However, protecting it from intense, direct sunlight is essential, especially during the hottest parts of the day. Prolonged exposure to intense sunlight can result in sunburn and harm the plant leaves. Finding a balance between adequate light and protection is key to keeping your Echeveria 'Red Rose' healthy and vibrant.

Temperature: Echeveria 'Red Rose' prefers moderate to warm climates. This particular plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11, and thrives when daytime temperatures fall within the range of 65°F to 80°F. It can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures down to 50°F at night, but avoiding exposing it to freezing temperatures is essential. Protect succulent plants from frost and extreme cold, as prolonged exposure to low temperatures can cause damage or even kill the succulent. Maintaining a temperature within its preferred range will help ensure Echeveria 'Red Rose' health and vitality.

Soil: It's essential to provide a well-draining medium. Use a cactus and succulent potting mix, or make your own soil by combining regular potting soil with perlite or bonsai rocks. This mixture promotes proper drainage and prevents waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Ensure that the succulent planter has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape. When repotting, use a container slightly larger than the current one to allow room for growth. Avoid burying the plant's stem too deep in the soil, leading to moisture-related issues. 

Watering: Water Echeveria 'Red Rose' sparingly to avoid overwatering. Make sure to wait until the potting soil is entirely dry before proceeding with the next watering, ensuring thorough drying between each watering cycle and sufficient drying time between each watering session. Water live succulents every 1-2 weeks during the active growth season, adjusting based on your climate. In the dormant period, water once every 3-4 weeks. Remember that it's better to underwater than overwater. Observe the leaves for signs of hydration, and adjust the watering accordingly. 

Click here to get Must-know tips for watering succulents indoors.

Propagation: To propagate through leaves, gently twist or cut off a healthy leaf from the main plant. Allow the leaves to dry and callus for a few days to prevent rot. Once calloused, place the leaf on well-draining soil or a propagation mix, ensuring the injured end is slightly buried. Mist the soil occasionally to maintain moisture, but be careful not to overwater. After a few weeks, new roots and baby plants will emerge from the base of the leaf. Now, you can separate the buds and transplant them into their new planter pots. If you want to get the full guide, click here to learn how to propagate succulents from leaves.

More information

Primary color: Green 
Secondary color: Red
Cold hardiness: USDA zones 9-12 (20°F-60°F)
Product format: rooted in 2" nursery pot.
Suitability: balcony, window
Propagation: leaf, offset

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!!!