Echeveria laulensis

🌿 Echeveria laulensis Overview

Echeveria laulensis is a beautiful rosette-forming succulent prized for its thick, powdery leaves and soft pastel coloration. Its elegant blue-gray foliage, accented with blush pink tones, gives this easy-care succulent a refined look that makes it a favorite among collectors and beginners alike.

✨ Appearance

• Compact, symmetrical rosette of thick, fleshy leaves
• Soft blue-gray to silvery-green foliage
• Leaves develop blush pink or lavender tones in bright light and cooler temperatures
• Powdery coating (farina) gives the plant a frosted appearance
• Typically grows 4–6 inches wide
• Produces arching flower stalks with peach to coral-pink, bell-shaped flowers in spring or summer

☀️ Light

• Prefers bright, indirect light to full sun
• Several hours of direct sun encourage compact growth and vibrant coloration
• Gradually acclimate to intense sunlight to prevent sunburn

💧 Water

• Allow soil to dry completely between waterings
• Water thoroughly, then allow excess moisture to drain away
• Avoid overwatering, as roots are prone to rot

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Ideal temperature: 60–80°F
• Prefers low humidity
• Protect from temperatures below 40°F
• Best grown indoors or protected from frost in colder climates

🌱 Soil

• Fast-draining cactus or succulent mix
  • Potting soil
  • Perlite or pumice
  • Coarse sand or gravel for added drainage
• Excellent drainage is essential for healthy roots

🌿 Growth & Care

• Slow to moderate grower
• Perfect for decorative pots, succulent gardens, fairy gardens, and collector displays
• Easy to propagate from healthy leaves or offsets
• Avoid touching the leaves excessively to preserve the protective farina coating

🐾 Pet Safety

• Generally considered non-toxic to pets

💚 Why Collectors Love It

• Beautiful frosted blue-gray foliage
• Soft pink and lavender highlights in bright light
• Elegant, perfectly symmetrical rosette
• Easy-care and ideal for succulent collections 🌿