Echeveria Shaviana (Mexican hens and chicks)
$12.09
Unit price perEstimated delivery between 07 September and 09 September.
Echeveria Shaviana - Live Succulent plant
Meet Echeveria shaviana, a Mexican succulent adored for its ruffled, wavy leaves that form tight rosettes. Native to Northeastern Mexico, this charming succulent is often called Mexican hens and chicks (or echeveria hens and chicks). It displays cool blue tones that blush pink along the edges, especially in bright light. Typically reaching 10–15 cm in height and 15–20 cm in width, this compact rosette stays neat and manageable both indoors and outdoors in warm, frost free climates. It is also generally considered pet safe, making it a friendly choice for homes with cats or dogs, though ingestion is not advised. Whether you love the softer look of echeveria shaviana blue and blue curls, or the playful color of pink frills and “blue truffles,” this succulent with wavy leaves brings refined texture to desks, windowsills, patios, and modern planters.
Benefits
- Unique ruffles, zero fuss: The curly, frilled edges give a high-end look with minimal care, perfect for beginners.
- Seasonal color play: Expect soothing blue to lilac tones with pink frills in brighter light, similar to echeveria shaviana pink and echeveria shaviana blue truffles.
- Compact rosette form: A tidy blue echeveria plant that stays manageable for shelves and small pots.
- Drought tolerant: Stores water in leaves, so it forgives the occasional missed watering.
- Great for groupings: Pairs beautifully with other blue succulent and desert-style plants.
Care Guide
Give it bright light, infrequent water, and fast-draining soil. This shaviana echeveria thrives on simplicity.
Light and Water
- Light: Bright, indirect light to 3–4 hours of gentle direct sun daily. Indoor south or east windows work well. More light enhances those signature pink frills and curly edges.
- Water: Follow a soak then dry routine. Water thoroughly, then allow the soil to dry out completely before the next drink. Reduction in winter.
- Signs to watch: Stretched leaves = not enough light; mushy leaves = overwatering.
Soil and Fertilization
- Soil: Use a sharp draining mix designed for succulents. You can add perlite or pumice for extra drainage, ideal for varieties like echeveria shaviana truffles and blue curls.
- Pot: A pot with a drainage hole is a must to prevent root rot.
- Fertilizer: Feed lightly in spring and summer with a balanced, diluted cactus fertilizer (¼ strength) once every 4–6 weeks. Skip in winter.
Temperature and Humidity
- Temperature: Prefers 15–27°C (60–80°F). Protect from frost, bring indoors before temperatures drop below 7°C (45°F).
- Humidity: Low to average indoor humidity is best. Keep rosettes dry and avoid misting.
Pruning, Propagating, and Repotting
- Pruning: Gently remove dried lower leaves to keep the rosette neat and airflow strong.
- Propagation: Leaf cuttings or offsets (“chicks”) root easily. Let cut ends callus 1–2 days, then place on dry mix and water sparingly.
- Repotting: Repot every 1–2 years in spring when roots fill the pot, refreshing with a gritty mix. Great time to divide offsets from your echeveria hen and chicks plant.
Common Problems
- Overwatering: The most common issue. Leads to mushy leaves and rot. Always allow soil to dry fully.
- Etiolation (stretching): Not enough light. Move to a brighter spot to keep that tight, echeveria shaviana curly rosette.
- Pests: Mealybugs or aphids can appear. Treat early with isopropyl alcohol swabs or a gentle insecticidal soap, keeping the crown dry.
Best Location and Uses
- Indoors: Sunny sills, office shelves, or minimal decor corners that need sculptural interest.
- Containers and gifts: Looks stunning in shallow bowls or mixed succulent arrangements, especially with other mexican succulent rosettes.
- Collector appeal: If you admire cultivars like echeveria shaviana blue curls or echeveria shaviana pink frills, this plant will fit right in.
Echeveria Shaviana (Mexican hens and chicks)
$12.09
Unit price perEstimated delivery between 07 September and 09 September.
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Echeveria Shaviana Care Guide & Presentation
Pet Safe
Yes
Water Needs
Low
Sunlight
Bright
Hardiness Zones
9-11
Temperature
60°F to 80°F
Suitable Space
Windowsills, desktops
Humidity
Low
Plant Class
Echeveria
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Characteristics
Ruffled rosette
Genus
Echeveria
Fertilizing
Monthly
Re-potting
1-2 Years
Cleaning
As needed
Propagation
Leaf cuttings, offsets
Echeveria Shaviana (Mexican hens and chicks): Overview
Echeveria Shaviana - Live Succulent plant
Meet Echeveria shaviana, a Mexican succulent adored for its ruffled, wavy leaves that form tight rosettes. Native to Northeastern Mexico, this charming succulent is often called Mexican hens and chicks (or echeveria hens and chicks). It displays cool blue tones that blush pink along the edges, especially in bright light. Typically reaching 10–15 cm in height and 15–20 cm in width, this compact rosette stays neat and manageable both indoors and outdoors in warm, frost free climates. It is also generally considered pet safe, making it a friendly choice for homes with cats or dogs, though ingestion is not advised. Whether you love the softer look of echeveria shaviana blue and blue curls, or the playful color of pink frills and “blue truffles,” this succulent with wavy leaves brings refined texture to desks, windowsills, patios, and modern planters.
Benefits
- Unique ruffles, zero fuss: The curly, frilled edges give a high-end look with minimal care, perfect for beginners.
- Seasonal color play: Expect soothing blue to lilac tones with pink frills in brighter light, similar to echeveria shaviana pink and echeveria shaviana blue truffles.
- Compact rosette form: A tidy blue echeveria plant that stays manageable for shelves and small pots.
- Drought tolerant: Stores water in leaves, so it forgives the occasional missed watering.
- Great for groupings: Pairs beautifully with other blue succulent and desert-style plants.
Care Guide
Give it bright light, infrequent water, and fast-draining soil. This shaviana echeveria thrives on simplicity.
Light and Water
- Light: Bright, indirect light to 3–4 hours of gentle direct sun daily. Indoor south or east windows work well. More light enhances those signature pink frills and curly edges.
- Water: Follow a soak then dry routine. Water thoroughly, then allow the soil to dry out completely before the next drink. Reduction in winter.
- Signs to watch: Stretched leaves = not enough light; mushy leaves = overwatering.
Soil and Fertilization
- Soil: Use a sharp draining mix designed for succulents. You can add perlite or pumice for extra drainage, ideal for varieties like echeveria shaviana truffles and blue curls.
- Pot: A pot with a drainage hole is a must to prevent root rot.
- Fertilizer: Feed lightly in spring and summer with a balanced, diluted cactus fertilizer (¼ strength) once every 4–6 weeks. Skip in winter.
Temperature and Humidity
- Temperature: Prefers 15–27°C (60–80°F). Protect from frost, bring indoors before temperatures drop below 7°C (45°F).
- Humidity: Low to average indoor humidity is best. Keep rosettes dry and avoid misting.
Pruning, Propagating, and Repotting
- Pruning: Gently remove dried lower leaves to keep the rosette neat and airflow strong.
- Propagation: Leaf cuttings or offsets (“chicks”) root easily. Let cut ends callus 1–2 days, then place on dry mix and water sparingly.
- Repotting: Repot every 1–2 years in spring when roots fill the pot, refreshing with a gritty mix. Great time to divide offsets from your echeveria hen and chicks plant.
Common Problems
- Overwatering: The most common issue. Leads to mushy leaves and rot. Always allow soil to dry fully.
- Etiolation (stretching): Not enough light. Move to a brighter spot to keep that tight, echeveria shaviana curly rosette.
- Pests: Mealybugs or aphids can appear. Treat early with isopropyl alcohol swabs or a gentle insecticidal soap, keeping the crown dry.
Best Location and Uses
- Indoors: Sunny sills, office shelves, or minimal decor corners that need sculptural interest.
- Containers and gifts: Looks stunning in shallow bowls or mixed succulent arrangements, especially with other mexican succulent rosettes.
- Collector appeal: If you admire cultivars like echeveria shaviana blue curls or echeveria shaviana pink frills, this plant will fit right in.