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Basic Info
Echeveria Subrigida is also commonly known as ‘Fire and Ice’. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to around 22.5 cm (9″) tall and about 45 cm (18″) in diameter. The plant is best known to have green to pale green leaves that are red around the edges. When the succulent flowers you can expect it to produce coral-pink flowers that are orange on the inside.
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sedoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Genus: Echeveria
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Echeveria Subrigida 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 Fire and Ice 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 Subrigida ‘Fire and Ice’
This succulent type is a unique one that blooms in the spring. When it blooms, you will enjoy coral-pink flowers with orange on the inside. 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
- Grows 22.5 cm (9″) tall
- Grows up to 45 cm (18″) wide
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Does not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 9a-11b -6.7 °C (20°F)
- Best propagated by leaves, cuttings, or seeds
- Flowers are coral pink outside and orange inside
Where to Plant
Echeveria Subrigida 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 9a-11b which is around -6.7°C (20 °F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Fire and Ice 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 Subrigida ‘Fire and Ice’
Fire and Ice 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 Subrigida ‘Fire and Ice’ By Leaves
When propagating Fire and Ice 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 Subrigida ‘Fire and Ice’ From Cuttings
When propagating Fire and Ice from cuttings, cut a leaf from the mother plant carefully with a clean knife or scissors. 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 Subrigida ‘Fire and Ice’ Using Seeds
This succulent type is a slow grower so even if it can be propagated by its seeds, this method is not recommended. To propagate from the seeds, plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mixture. This method can be used outdoors. In cooler areas, indoor propagating is recommended.
Origin and Habitat
Echeveria Subrigida ‘Fire and Ice’ is known to have garden origins.
