Echeveria Diffractens (Shattering Echeveria)
$12.10
Unit price perEstimated delivery between 07 September and 09 September.
The Echeveria Diffractens, also known as the Shattering Echeveria, is a striking succulent from the Crassulaceae family. Native to Veracruz, Mexico, this plant forms delicate lavender-pink rosettes that brighten any space. It grows up to 15 cm (6 inches) tall, staying compact and neat. Blooming in late winter or spring, it produces charming orange-pink flowers that enhance its pastel tones. This succulent plant grows well both indoors, where it enjoys bright windowsills and desks, and outdoors, where it thrives in sunny patios, rock gardens, and containers. It is non-toxic and safe for pets, making it a worry-free choice for households with cats and dogs. With its low-maintenance nature, it is an excellent plant for both beginners and experienced collectors, especially when grown in pots with drainage holes.
Benefits
- Low maintenance – easy care for beginners and busy plant lovers
- Drought tolerant – thrives with minimal watering
- Compact rosettes – perfect for small pots, shelves, and table displays
- Year-round color – pastel tones remain attractive throughout the seasons
- Propagation friendly – offsets and leaves can grow into new plants
Care Guide
Keep it bright, keep it dry, and always use pots with drainage holes for a happy Echeveria Diffractens.
Light and Water
- Light: Bright indirect light or a few hours of gentle direct sun keeps rosettes compact and colorful.
- Water: Water only when soil is fully dry, and avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
Soil and Fertilization
- Soil: Use a gritty, fast-draining succulent mix for healthy roots
- Fertilizer: Feed sparingly, once a month at most, during the spring and summer with a diluted succulent fertilizer.
Temperature and Humidity
- Temperature: Prefers 18–27°C and should be protected from frost
- Humidity: Thrives in dry air with good airflow
Pruning, Propagating, and Repotting
- Pruning: Remove dry or damaged leaves to keep the rosette neat
- Propagating: Simple to grow from offsets or leaf cuttings
- Repotting: Repot every 1–2 years into fresh, well-draining soil
Common Problems
- Overwatering: Can cause root rot, always let soil dry out first
- Stretching: Happens when light is too low, move to a brighter spot
- Pests: Watch for mealybugs around the leaf bases, clean with alcohol swabs if needed
Best Location and Uses
- Ideal for bright indoor spaces like windowsills and desks
- Great outdoors on patios or balconies in frost-free climates
- Beautiful addition to mixed succulent arrangements and rock gardens
- Looks especially elegant in decorative pots with drainage holes
Echeveria Diffractens (Shattering Echeveria)
$12.10
Unit price perEstimated delivery between 07 September and 09 September.
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Echeveria Diffractens Care Guide & Presentation
Pet Safe
Yes
Water Needs
Low
Sunlight
Bright
Hardiness Zones
9-11
Temperature
65°F to 80°F
Suitable Space
Windowsills, desktops
Humidity
Low
Plant Class
Echeveria
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Characteristics
Rosette-forming
Genus
Echeveria
Fertilizing
Once per season
Re-potting
1-2 Years
Cleaning
As needed
Propagation
Leaf cuttings
Echeveria Diffractens (Shattering Echeveria): Overview
The Echeveria Diffractens, also known as the Shattering Echeveria, is a striking succulent from the Crassulaceae family. Native to Veracruz, Mexico, this plant forms delicate lavender-pink rosettes that brighten any space. It grows up to 15 cm (6 inches) tall, staying compact and neat. Blooming in late winter or spring, it produces charming orange-pink flowers that enhance its pastel tones. This succulent plant grows well both indoors, where it enjoys bright windowsills and desks, and outdoors, where it thrives in sunny patios, rock gardens, and containers. It is non-toxic and safe for pets, making it a worry-free choice for households with cats and dogs. With its low-maintenance nature, it is an excellent plant for both beginners and experienced collectors, especially when grown in pots with drainage holes.
Benefits
- Low maintenance – easy care for beginners and busy plant lovers
- Drought tolerant – thrives with minimal watering
- Compact rosettes – perfect for small pots, shelves, and table displays
- Year-round color – pastel tones remain attractive throughout the seasons
- Propagation friendly – offsets and leaves can grow into new plants
Care Guide
Keep it bright, keep it dry, and always use pots with drainage holes for a happy Echeveria Diffractens.
Light and Water
- Light: Bright indirect light or a few hours of gentle direct sun keeps rosettes compact and colorful.
- Water: Water only when soil is fully dry, and avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
Soil and Fertilization
- Soil: Use a gritty, fast-draining succulent mix for healthy roots
- Fertilizer: Feed sparingly, once a month at most, during the spring and summer with a diluted succulent fertilizer.
Temperature and Humidity
- Temperature: Prefers 18–27°C and should be protected from frost
- Humidity: Thrives in dry air with good airflow
Pruning, Propagating, and Repotting
- Pruning: Remove dry or damaged leaves to keep the rosette neat
- Propagating: Simple to grow from offsets or leaf cuttings
- Repotting: Repot every 1–2 years into fresh, well-draining soil
Common Problems
- Overwatering: Can cause root rot, always let soil dry out first
- Stretching: Happens when light is too low, move to a brighter spot
- Pests: Watch for mealybugs around the leaf bases, clean with alcohol swabs if needed
Best Location and Uses
- Ideal for bright indoor spaces like windowsills and desks
- Great outdoors on patios or balconies in frost-free climates
- Beautiful addition to mixed succulent arrangements and rock gardens
- Looks especially elegant in decorative pots with drainage holes