Echeveria pulvinata Devotion ('Bcec12001'PBR)

RHS Plant Profile
chenille plant [Devotion]

Synonyms

Echeveria pulvinata 'Bcec12001'PBR
Echeveria pulvinata 'Bcec-12.001'

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Cactus Succulent

A compact, tender, clump-forming succulent perennial to around 30cm in height, producing rosettes of velvety, pointed green leaves which turn to a vibrant burgundy-red as they mature and also in hot sun

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Loam

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years

Growing Conditions

Loam
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H2

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Crassulaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Clump forming
Genus
Echeveria can be evergreen succulent perennials or subshrubs with rosettes of colourful, fleshy leaves and racemes or panicles of urn-shaped flowers
Name Status
Trade

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow under glass in a standard cactus compost, in bright, filtered light. When in growth water moderately and feed every two or three weeks with a balanced liquid feed. Keep almost dry in the winter. Stand plants outside during the summer months. See Echeveria and houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further advice

Propagation

Propagate by stem or leaf cuttings in spring or early summer. Separate offsets in spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Houseplants
  • Patio and container plants
  • Conservatory and greenhouse

Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to mealybugs, vine weevil and aphids

Diseases

Generally disease-free