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Echeveria Swirl cristata Fresh
The plant likes a sunny location. The plant can be grown outdoors in summer.
Always water a few days after the substrate has dried out. Reduce watering in winter.
It can withstand temperatures as low as -3.9 °C for short periods. However, the plant is not frost-resistant.
Crested plants produce a distinctive, comb-like growth pattern that is caused by a rare mutation, meaning that no two plants ever look exactly alike.
Echeveria Swirl cristata Fresh is a cristate form of the cultivar Echeveria Swirl. The exact origin of this form is not documented; it is a horticultural selection grown for its unusual growth habit and noticeably lighter leaf coloration compared to the standard form.
This succulent develops a flattened, firm stem with a reddish coloration, from which side shoots emerge. The leaves are small, rounded, and densely packed, creating a compact overall shape. In this Fresh form, the leaves are lighter green to green-blue, with subtle red tones along the margins. Older, lower leaves naturally dry out over time. The plant typically reaches a height of around 15 cm.
Cristate forms generally do not flower, and this cultivar is grown primarily for its distinctive stem shape and leaf arrangement.
Echeveria Swirl cristata Fresh is an easy succulent that does not require fertilizing. It performs best in a bright position and well-draining soil. If you are looking for a lighter-colored cristate Echeveria with compact growth, this form is an attractive choice for a collection.