Echeveria Black Prince
Adding drama, Echeveria ‘Black Prince’ is an evergreen succulent forming striking rosettes, 3 in. across (7 cm), packed with fleshy, pointed, nearly black leaves which surround a glowing green center. In the fall and winter, it sends up leafy stems topped with remarkable clusters of bright scarlet-red flowers. Slow-growing, this very popular Echeveria offsets readily and is a great choice for rock gardens, green roofs, or containers.
Adding drama, Echeveria 'Black Prince' is an evergreen succulent forming striking rosettes, 3 in. across (7 cm), packed with fleshy, pointed, nearly black leaves which surround a glowing green center. In the fall and winter, it sends up leafy stems topped with remarkable clusters of bright scarlet-red flowers. Slow-growing, this very popular Echeveria offsets readily and is a great choice for rock gardens, green roofs, or containers.
- Grows up to 4-10 in. tall and wide (10-25 cm).
- Easily grown in sandy, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils in sun or partial shade. Water occasionally. Drought tolerant
- Perfect for rock gardens or containers.
- Deer resistant
- Virtually disease free. Watch for mealybugs, vine weevil and aphids
- Mostly native to Mexico
Requirements
| Hardiness | 9 – 12 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Cactus – Succulents |
| Plant Family | Echeveria |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)FallWinter |
| Height | 4" – 10" (10cm – 25cm) |
| Spread | 5" – 10" (12cm – 25cm) |
| Spacing | 10″ (25cm) |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
| Garden Uses | Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Mediterranean Garden |