Picture by Noelence Tomlison via crassulaceae
Basic Info
Echeveria ‘Lilac Dream’ is a known hybrid of the Echeveria Lilacina and an unknonw Echeveria. The plants main feature are the blue leaves that grow inwards. When it flowers you can expect reddish-orange flowers.
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sedoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Genus: Echeveria
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Echeveria ‘Lilac Dream’ can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care of. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your Lilac Dream healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this succulent. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering.
General Care for Echeveria ‘Lilac Dream’
This succulent type is a unique one that blooms in the spring. When it blooms, you will enjoy reddish-orange flowers. It is a nice addition to your collection of plants especially if you have it displayed in a beautiful pot.
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown outdoor
- Color changes depending on growth conditions
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Does not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 9 -1.1°C (20°F)
- Flowers are reddish-orange
- Best propagated by offsets or leave
Where to Plant
Echeveria ‘Lilac Dream’ succulents need strong light. When planting this succulent type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is better to grow outdoor rather than indoor.
This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at zone 10a-11b which is around -1.1°C (20°F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Lilac Dream in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
When selecting what pot to use be sure that you understand the difference between the material used (See our guide on how to pick the best plant pot).
How to Propagate Echeveria ‘Lilac Dream’
Lilac Dream can be propagated by leaves, seeds, or cuttings. This succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store. You can learn all about How To Repot Succulents in our guide.
Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential. If you want to know about well-drained soil mixtures, check How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.
How to Propagate Echeveria ‘Lilac Dream’ By Leaves
When propagating Lilac Dream with leaves. (Learn How to Propagate Succulents in detail here.) You should get a leave carefully from the mother plant. It should be a healthy leave that has no part left on the stem. In this way, the propagation will work. Before replanting, wait for a few days to allow it to callous. Use well-draining soil for your new succulent plant. Don’t forget to water when the soil dries out.
How to Propagate Echeveria ‘Lilac Dream’ From Offsets
Lilac Dream propagates from offsets. To be able to propagate from the mother plant, you might wait several years for the main plant to produce an offset. To start this process, use a sharp knife and remove an offset from the main plant. When you remove the offset, clean the extra soil from it. Before replanting, wait for a few days to allow it to callous. Use well-draining soil for your new succulent plant. Don’t forget to water when the soil dries out.
Origin and Habitat
Lilac Dream is a known hybrid of the Echeveria Lilacina and an unknonw Echeveria.
