Echeveria ballet dancer/ cripsy beauty
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- Origid: Echeveria 'Ballet Dancer' is a cultivated succulent, belonging to the Echeveria genus, which is native to the Americas.
- Plant is featured in a 6” pot
- Common Name(s): Ballet Dancer Echeveria.
- Latin Name: Echeveria 'Ballet Dancer'.
- General Care: The Ballet Dancer Echeveria is a graceful and charming succulent with rosettes of thick, fleshy leaves. It thrives in well-draining soil and prefers bright, indirect light. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. This succulent is an excellent choice for container gardens, rock gardens, or as a centerpiece in succulent arrangements.
- Growing Period: Echeverias typically have a moderate growth rate. 'Ballet Dancer' forms compact rosettes that can reach a diameter of 6 inches.
- Soil Recommendations: Use a well-draining succulent or cactus potting mix. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged soil and root rot.
- Hardiness Zones: Echeverias are often grown as houseplants, and 'Ballet Dancer' is not frost-tolerant. It prefers temperatures above 50°F (10°C).
- Light Needs: Provide bright, indirect light for optimal growth and coloration. 'Ballet Dancer' can tolerate some direct sunlight but may appreciate some shade during the hottest parts of the day.
- Pet Safety: Echeverias, including 'Ballet Dancer,' are generally safe for pets. However, it's always a good practice to keep plants out of reach of pets.
You will receive a similar plant in size shipped semi-bare root for pots larger than 2.5. Please consider ordering a heat pack if your sustained temperatures are below 38 degrees.