Echeveria Dusty Rose

Echeveria ‘Dusty Rose’ 

Echeveria ‘Dusty Rose’ is an appealing succulent plant with stunning, variable pigmentation. Its large, spatulate are shades of pink and also violet, growing in color when expanded in brilliant sunshine. It has a thick covering of all-natural wax that both allows it to endure complete sunlight and provides it a soft, light appearance. Though slow to counter, ‘Dusty Rose’ does send up a tall blossom stalk from which hang coral reefs, bell-shaped blossoms. 

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Characteristics

Echeveria ‘Dusty Rose’ is an attractive hybrid Echeveria, prized for its powdery violet-pink leaves and robust rosette form. It’s a popular choice for succulent collectors and gardeners looking for a splash of color.

  • Appearance: This succulent forms large, dense rosettes of fleshy, wide leaves. The leaves have a distinctive powdery coating, which gives them a soft, muted appearance.
  • Color: The leaves are a striking violet-pink, with the intensity of the color often deepening with adequate sunlight exposure or cooler temperatures. The powdery coating adds a “dusty” effect to the leaves, enhancing their color.
  • Size: The rosettes typically grow to about 6-10 inches in diameter. The plant remains relatively low to the ground but can become quite wide as the rosette grows.
  • Flowers: ‘Dusty Rose’ produces flower spikes with orange to red flowers that contrast beautifully with its cool-toned foliage. The flowers are bell-shaped and appear on tall stalks above the rosette.

Cultivation and Propagation

Echeveria ‘Dusty Rose’ requires care similar to other Echeverias, with some specific needs due to its coloration and powdery coating.

  • Light Requirements: Prefers bright, indirect light. It can tolerate some direct sunlight, especially in cooler climates, but too much direct sun can wash out the colors or damage the powdery coating.
  • Soil: Does best in well-draining soil, typically a cactus or succulent mix.
  • Watering: Water thoroughly but allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Over-watering can lead to root rot, a common issue with succulents.
  • Temperature: Prefers mild temperatures and should be protected from frost. In colder regions, consider growing it in a container that can be brought indoors during winter.
  • Propagation: Can be propagated through leaf cuttings or offsets. Gently twist a leaf from the rosette, allow it to callous for a few days, and then place it on well-draining soil. The plant also produces offsets that can be separated and replanted.

Echeveria ‘Dusty Rose’, with its stunning violet-pink foliage and dramatic flowers, makes a beautiful addition to any succulent collection, rock garden, or as a striking standalone potted plant.

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