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Basic Info
X Sedeveria is also commonly known as ‘Blue Burrito’. The plants main feature are the beautiful pointed green to matt green fleshy leaves that grow slowly. This plant is easy to grow and should be considered by people who are new to succulent.
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Genus: X Sedeveria
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
X Sedeveria ‘Blue Burrito’ 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 Blue Burrito 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 Sedeveria ‘Blue Burrito’
This succulent type is a unique one that blooms in the spring. 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
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Does not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 9b-11b -3.9 °C (25 F)
- Best propagated by offsets, leaves or cuttings
Where to Plant
X Sedeveria ‘Blue Burrito’ 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 9b-11b which is around -3.9 °C (25°F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Blue Burrito 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 Sedeveria ‘Blue Burrito’
Blue Burrito can be propagated by leaves 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 Sedeveria ‘Blue Burrito’ By Leaves
When propagating Blue Burrito 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 Sedeveria ‘Blue Burrito’ From Cuttings
When propagating Blue Burrito 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 Sedeveria ‘Blue Burrito’ From Offsets
Blue Burrito 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.
