- Light Requirements: The Echeveria Letizia flourishes in bright, indirect light but can tolerate periods of direct sunlight, which encourages its leaves to develop a striking red edge. For optimal growth, place the plant near a sunny window where it can receive at least 6 hours of light daily, ensuring it maintains its vibrant coloration and compact form.
- Watering Schedule: This succulent prefers a soak-and-dry method, meaning the soil should be thoroughly drenched when watering and then allowed to dry out completely before the next watering. Overwatering can lead to root rot, so it’s crucial to let the soil dry out between waterings, especially during the plant’s dormant period in the colder months.
- Soil Type: For optimal growth, plant the Echeveria Letizia in a well-draining soil mix, such as a cactus or succulent potting mix. The soil should be gritty to prevent excess moisture retention, which can cause root issues. A combination of potting soil with sand or perlite can provide the right balance of drainage and aeration for healthy root development.
- Rosette Formation: The Echeveria Letizia forms tight, symmetrical rosettes that can reach up to 4 inches in diameter. The leaves are fleshy, smooth, and slightly pointed at the tips, creating a visually appealing structure that is both compact and striking in appearance.
- Color Variations: This succulent is known for its dynamic color shifts, which range from deep green at the base of the leaves to a bright, fiery red along the edges when exposed to sufficient sunlight. These color variations are most pronounced during the plant's active growing season in spring and summer.
- Growth Habit: Typically growing to a height of 4-6 inches, the Echeveria Letizia has a clumping growth habit, often producing offsets or "pups" that can be easily separated and propagated. This makes it an excellent choice for creating succulent arrangements or expanding your collection with minimal effort.
1. Warranty
All Wekiva Foliage plants come with a 30 day warranty. If your plant is damaged during delivery, please contact us within 48 hours.
2. Shipping Restrictions
Unfortunately we are unable to ship plants to CA, AZ, HI, and PR.
3. Weather Advisory
Please be aware of extreme cold or hot weather at the time of purchase. We ask that customers take responsibility for products ordered during extreme weather events.
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Wekiva Foliage is located in the heart of Wekiva Springs in Apopka, Florida. We have been specializing in growing landscape and indoor plants for over 20 years and have been in the foliage industry for over 50 years.
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