Ruffles Echeveria (Echeveria 'Ruffles')

Ruffles Echeveria

Echeveria 'Ruffles'

Ruffled rosettes hold desert softness like crumpled silk. Succulent ornamental; common name: Ruffles Echeveria.

Partial sun
1/week
Beginner
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Plant Needs

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Sunlight Bright indirect to full morning sun; tolerate 4–6 hours of direct morning sun, avoid harsh midday sun to prevent leaf scorch
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Watering Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
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Temperature Thrives in 15–28°C; tolerate brief light frosts down to 5°C, avoid prolonged cold below 0°C
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Characteristics

  • Leaf: Thick, fleshy leaves with ruffled, frilled edges; blue-green to pinkish-purple hue in bright light
  • Flower: Bell-shaped, coral-pink blooms on tall, arching stalks
  • Stem: Short, compact stem that offsets to form clumps over time
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Care Guide

Watering

Water thoroughly when soil is completely dry, avoid wetting the center of rosettes

Fertilization

Diluted succulent-specific feed once monthly. Avoid fertilizing during dormant winter months to prevent nutrient burn

Eggshell powder topdress:Grind dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to boost calcium levels without burning delicate succulent roots
Pruning
  • Remove dried, dead leaves from the base of rosettes to prevent pest and fungal buildup
  • Trim spent flower stalks after blooming to conserve the plant's energy for new growth
  • Separate offsets in spring for propagation; gently pull offsets away from the parent rosette to avoid damage
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Toxicity

Warning: this plant may be toxic.

Pets & Humans

Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats

Humans: No reported toxicity to humans

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Garden Uses & Culture

Culture: N/A

Usage: Ornamental succulent for containers, rock gardens, and terrarium displays