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Echeveria The Next Gardener Huadan is a striking hybrid succulent plant that belongs to the Echeveria genus in the Crassulaceae family. This succulent type is an exclusive variety created by The Next Gardener. It features ovate-shaped orange-reddish lush leaves with red dapple when exposed to sufficient sunshine during the growing period in spring and autumn, forming a compact rosette. The leaves' margin and apex would also turn reddish or pink in light conditions, adding aesthetic appeal to this cutie. E. The Next Gardener Huadan is popular among succulent enthusiasts due to its attractive appearance and low maintenance.
Sun/Location: Like most soft succulents, Echeveria The Next Gardener Huadan thrives in the full sun to partial shade for at least 4-6 hours daily to develop the red dapple and compact rosette. Although this cutie is resilient to withstand intense sunlight and high temperatures, it's essential to supply a sheer curtain to shade in scorching summer to avoid sunburn. Move this cutie indoors and grow under artificial light in winter to protect it from frost. Click here to learn how to help succulent survive before summer.
Soil/Pot: E. The Next Gardener Huadan, like most succulent plants, prefers to sit in porous and ventilated succulent potting soil, allowing excess moisture to drain away smoothly, and prevent waterlogging and root rot. It is also adaptable to blend your soil mix with perlite, and coarse sand to the regular potting soil at a 1:1:1 ratio. Repot in warm spring to upgrade the porosity to stimulate better growth for this cutie. Gently remove this cutie from the original planter pot to examine whether exits any issues or diseases in the roots. Trim the succulent roots to prevent nasty mold or bacteria diseases.
Watering: E. The Next Gardener Huadan is a drought-tolerant succulent with abundant water storage in plump leaves, requiring infrequent watering. The Soak-and-Dry method is adaptable to water this cutie. Allow the soil to bone dry completely between waterings to prevent overwatering, leading to rot roots and waterlogged. Immersive watering is also advisable if this succulent is placed in an excellent ventilated airflow location. Generally speaking, it is appropriate to water E. The Next Gardener Huadan deeply once every 10-14 days during the growing season in spring and autumn and reduce the watering frequency in summer and winter to prevent rot roots and fungal diseases. Apply water to the potting soil instead of the rosette or leaves to prevent fungal and bacterial infections.
Humidity: Like most succulent plants, the ideal humidity range for Echeveria The Next Gardener Huadan is between 30% to 50%. These succulents are native to arid desert regions and resilient to drought weather. The risk of fungal and bacterial infections would increase under high humidity levels, waterlogging the soil and causing root rot. Place this succulent in a well-ventilated area or use a fan to circulate the air.
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!!!