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Basic Info
X Graptoveria ‘Fred Ives’ a beautifully looking succulent. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach around 20 cm (8″) in tall and about 30 cm (12″) in diameter. The leaves are the plants most dominant feature they are both long and blue green to purple. When the succulent flowers you can expect it to produce pale yellow flowers with red spots from summer.
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Genus: X Graptoveria
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
X Graptoveria ‘Fred Ives’ 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 Fried Ives 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 X Graptoveria ‘Fred Ives’
This succulent type is a unique one that blooms in the spring. When it blooms, you will enjoy pale yelllow 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
- Grows 20 cm (8″) tall
- Grows up to 30 cm (12″) 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 pale yellow
Where to Plant
X Graptoveria ‘Fred Ives’ 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 Fred Ives 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 X Graptoveria ‘Fred Ives’
Fred Ives 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 X Graptoveria ‘Fred Ives’ By Leaves
When propagating Fred Ives 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 X Graptoveria ‘Fred Ives’ From Cuttings
When propagating Fred Ives 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 X Graptoveria ‘Fred Ives’ 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
The Fred Ives is known to be a a hybrid of the Graptopetalum Paraguayense crossed with the Echeveria Gibbiflora.
