Echeveria elegans
- Common name
- Mexican snowball
- Taxonomy
- Family: Crassulaceae · Genus: Echeveria
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How members water it
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How it thrives
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Echeveria tip: Never leave water sitting in the rosette; it stretches quickly in low light.
Mexican snowball – what to know
Mexican snowball (Echeveria elegans) – family: Crassulaceae, genus: Echeveria. Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: low; min. 5 °C. It is not known to be toxic to cats or dogs.
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Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Mexican snowball?
Sparingly: let the soil dry out completely between waterings, and water even less in winter.
How much light does Mexican snowball need?
It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.
How cold can Mexican snowball get?
Keep it above 5 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.
Is Mexican snowball toxic to cats and dogs?
It is not known to be toxic to cats or dogs.
When does Mexican snowball flower?
According to the general guideline for the genus Echeveria: Typical flowering time: May, June, July.
What members’ data shows
When does it really bloom?
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Average watering interval
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Questions about this species
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