Echeveria 'Aquarius Lady'

Echeveria gibbiflora 'Lady Aquarius'

Echeveria 'Lady Aquarius' is an attractive succulent with the following growth characteristics and cultivation methods.

Growth Characteristics
- Appearance: It grows in an ornamental rosette form. The leaves are thick and display various shades of green. They may turn red or pink depending on the amount of sunlight they are exposed to.
- Size: Mature plants typically grow up to about 30 cm, and the size and color of the leaves vary depending on the plant's size.
- Sunlight: It prefers ample sunlight, but direct sunlight should be avoided. Bright indirect light is ideal.
- Temperature: A temperature between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius is considered ideal. Protection is required in cold environments where frost occurs.

Propagation Methods
- Leaf Cutting: If you cut off a healthy leaf and lay it flat on soil, roots will sprout and a new plant will grow. - Stem Cuttings: You can easily propagate them by cutting a stem and planting it in well-maintained soil.
- Division: Simply separate the grown plants and plant them individually.

Cultivation Methods
- Soil: Well-draining soil specifically designed for succulents or a potting mix of sand and perlite is recommended.
- Watering: Water thoroughly only after the soil has completely dried out. Overwatering can cause root rot.
- Fertilizer: Provide nutrients using a small amount of fertilizer specifically designed for succulents during spring and summer.

Uses in the Garden
- Decorative Function: With its unique colors and shapes, it can be planted alongside stones, gravel, or other succulents to serve as a decorative element in gardens or on verandas.
- Potted Cultivation: It is also suitable for indoor decoration when planted in small pots.

Important Pests and Diseases & Control Methods
- Root Rot: Caused by overwatering, this can be prevented by using well-draining soil and proper watering. - Pests: Aphids or scale insects may occur; wiping them off with soapy water or alcohol is an effective method.
- Mold: Mold problems can occur in hot and humid environments, so ensure good ventilation.

This plant is relatively easy to care for and can grow healthily as long as the appropriate conditions are met.

Plant Family	Stonecrop family
Height	20cm
Spread	20cm
Colors	blue
Bloom Period	March to August
Water Needs	Bad
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-5°C

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