Popular water-storing houseplants come in a variety of intriguing forms and sizes, from cacti that resemble little dolphins to succulents that resemble bunnies. One indoor plant in particular looks as delicate as a flower; in fact, it resembles a rose, in contrast to the spiky, hard appearance of many succulents.
The “rose succulent,” also known as Greenovia dodrantalis (or mountain rose), is indigenous to the Canary Islands, which are located off the coast of Spain. The rosettes have tightly stacked leaves that mimic tiered flower petals in bloom. Rose succulents usually develop in groups and only grow to a height of 6 inches. These tough little plants, despite their diminutive size, may live a long time and don’t need a lot of water. This makes them the ideal substitute for a traditional bouquet of roses, which would fade within a few days.
Although rose succulents are typically blue-green in color, we recently came across a rare pink variety that has an even stronger roselike appearance. No matter what color they are, Greenovia dodrantalis are hard to get in stores, thus it is worthwhile to purchase their seeds and grow them yourself. Before your plant takes on a rose-like appearance, it may take up to two years. However, once it is grown, you may separate the pups (also known as offsets) from the mother plant to grow new plants, giving you an endless supply of lovely rose succulents.
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How can pink succulents be obtained?
Some succulents may undergo changes or lose the vivid hues they had when they were first purchased. Some plants may gradually turn green in a few months, especially if they are planted in the shade or in locations with poor natural lighting. For succulents to “stress” and show off their vibrant hues, they require intense sunlight all day long or at least six hours every day. To ensure that your succulent plants receive adequate sunlight, thrive indoors, and keep their brilliant red/pink hue, you must have windows that face south. Make sure there are no obstructions to natural sunlight for your succulents, such as trees or structures.  
Is the succulent Lovely rose unusual?
Small succulent E. “Lovely Rose” is a member of the Crassulaceae genus. The plant can reach a diameter of 20 cm and has a rosette of leaves. The leaves are highly distinctive: they are fleshy, obovate, pointed at the tip, and glaucous in color. Because of the compact rosette and tendency of the leaves to converge in the center into a shape like a rose bloom, the hybrid is known as “Lovely Rose.” Depending on the climate, the succulent can grow alone or in bunches. This hybrid is extremely uncommon and prized by collectors for its distinct hue. Because of how much it resembles a rose, flowers are frequently used as centerpieces.
Cultivation:
E. “Lovely Rose” is a rare hybrid that grows easily. The plant required to be kept indoors because it prefers shade light and does not fare well in temps below 10 C. To enable for drainage and prevent root rot, which the plant is prone to, the soil should be blended with pumice, clay, and loam. Use a perforating pot to drain any extra water, don’t forget. From March to November, watering can be done on a regular basis. During the vegetative time, water the plant every seven days, making sure the soil is absolutely dry before doing so. In the winter, however, you should stop watering to allow the plant to go into dormancy. If you want the plant to develop more quickly and lushly, you can fertilize it once a month throughout the growing season with cactus-specific fertilizers; don’t fertilize it over the winter. You can repotted the plant in a pot that is 2 cm wider if the pot begins to be too small for the plant. Early in the growing season, repotting should be done using brand-new potting soil. Because Echeverias are prone to mealybugs, it is crucial to remove the dead leaves that accumulate at the stem’s base. If not, the high humidity level will make parasite infections more common.
Propagation:
One of the simplest succulents to grow is the echeveria. Because Echeveria ‘Lovely Rose’ is a hybrid, cuttings are the only method of propagation that will preserve the plant’s traits. You can use leaf cuttings in the spring by cutting them. The cutting should be placed in a mixture of sand, dirt, and pumice after being cut as near to the stem as possible. After a few days, the cut surface will dry and a callus will form. You can remove two or more leaves at once to improve the success of propagation. Temperatures around 20 C are advised for cuts of echeverias.
Curiosity:
What size may rose succulents grow to?
Is there no end to the wonderful shapes a succulent can assume, like dolphins or bunny ears? Evidently not. Make place for the stunning Greenovia dodrentalis, a succulent with a rose-like shape (Aeonium dodrantale). This plant can reach a height of six inches, which is almost the same as an actual rose, and its cupped petals give it the appearance of a blooming rosebud.
Aside from all these fascinating facts, the benefit of owning one is that, unlike with real roses, you don’t need a large, sunny yard to grow it in. Additionally, you won’t have to feel sad when cut flowers fade after a few days. Being a succulent, you can easily keep it indoors, and as it’s a living thing, it will “bloom 365 days a year and never die.” For those that struggle with plant parenting, this is a win-win situation.
When should a rose succulent be watered?
Rose succulents can withstand a small amount of bad weather, although coming from arid climate zones. For instance, Sublime Succulents claims that they can withstand cold temperatures as long as they are removed from the cold before the first freeze or appearance of snow. In light of this, your rose succulents need to be potted and brought inside for the winter if you live in a snowy area. After a long winter, Succulents and Sunshine advises waiting for a steady nighttime temperature that no longer poses any fear of frost before bringing your rose succulents back outside. Keep an eye that it receives enough (indirect, less intense) light as you re-integrate your rose succulents into your outside garden over the summer months. This will maintain the tightly compacted rosette look that most gardeners adore, advises Garden Beast.
Rose succulents require succulent-friendly soil whether they are grown indoors or outdoors, but they have a few characteristics that set them apart from other succulents. According to Living Succulents, since they grow in the winter and go dormant in the summer, winter is the best time to water them more and fertilize them if necessary. According to the soil’s moisture level, you should water your rose succulents once a week or sometimes twice a week. According to Sublime Succulents, you should thoroughly water your rose succulent when the soil is absolutely dry. To prevent root rot, make sure to remove any extra water from the drainage plate.
Pink succulents: are they real?
Succulent plants exist in a range of forms, dimensions, and hues. Different hues of green may come to mind when people think of succulents, which are often referred to as drought-tolerant plants or desert plants.
Succulents actually come in a wide range of hues. Pink-hued succulents are among my all-time favorite colors, and I have a lot of favorites.
Pink succulents have the most beautiful appearances and change color according on the quantity and quality of light they receive. Pink succulents look fantastic on their own and also complement other succulents of all colors beautifully.
Here are 15 Stunning Pink Succulents You Would Love:
The distinctive features of moonstones are their hefty, oval-shaped succulent leaves, which come in a variety of pink, purple, mauve, and blue-green hues. They prefer direct sunlight and are indigenous to Mexico. They require a soil that drains properly. In between waterings, let the soil dry out. They can withstand minor freezing.
These are indigenous to South Africa, grow in bunches, and stay short and low. They feature leaves that range in color from green to pink to purple, and the stems and areas around the leaves of the plant are covered in white threads or hair-like growth. These prefer a soil that drains well and, if left in moist soil, are prone to fungal infections. Needs filtered, strong light.
Due of its beauty and toughness, a hybrid echeveria that is particularly well-liked. Grayish-blue leaves in the shape of a rosette, with a hint of purple and pink. The more sunlight it receives, the more vibrant the purple and pink tones become. It produces lovely flowers that are brilliant coral pink. Since it enjoys sunny conditions, this echeveria will thrive in either full sun or light shade with lots of sunlight. requires a soil that drains effectively.
Wide leaves on this lovely echeveria hybrid have distinct pink margins and come in lilac, mauve, and powdered blue colors. They blossom with stunning, deep orange blooms. Although it prefers direct sunshine, it can withstand other types of lighting, including partial shade and direct sunlight. requires a soil that drains effectively.
Echeveria Lauis, a native of Mexico, has grayish-blue leaves with a tinge of pink and mauve around the edges. These are exceptionally appealing plants that produce stunning purplish-mauvish pink flowers. Like the majority of echeverias, they are simple to grow and maintain. Give your plants enough sunlight and a soil that drains effectively. When the soil is dry, water it.
This lovely echeveria, which is native to Mexico, features powder-blue leaves with pinkish undertones along the borders. very simple to grow, cultivate, and spread. can be multiplied by taking leaf and stem cuttings, gathering seeds, or beheading. These can endure various lighting situations, although they choose a site that is sunny and bright. produces lovely coral pink blossoms. requires a soil that drains effectively.
Sedum Rubrotinctum ‘Aurora,’ a plant native to Mexico, has tiny, jelly bean-shaped leaves that are a light shade of pinkish mauve. As it is exposed to more sunlight, its pink hue grows stronger. They bloom with vibrant yellow flowers. Sedums are incredibly low maintenance plants that require very little care. Give your plants a lot of sunlight and a soil that drains nicely. These are among the most straightforward to grow from leaf and stem cuttings.
Graptoveria ‘Bashful’ is a hybrid that grows in stemless rosettes and has thick, plump leaves with rose-pink tinges on the tips that are a light apple-green in color. When exposed to additional sunlight, the pink hue on the leaves becomes more vibrant. prefers well-draining potting soil and bright, sunny situations.
The hybrid graptoveria ‘Debbie’ resembles echeverias in appearance. They have delicate, fleshy, pointed leaves that have a soft purple-blue tint and turn reddish-pink when exposed to direct sunlight or when under stress. It’s quite simple to develop and take care of this hybrid. seedlings, leaves, or stems may be used for propagation. Will withstand both full sun and little shade. In between waterings, let the soil dry out. Plant in a potting mix that drains properly.
Graptopetalum “Copper Roses,” a native of Mexico and Arizona, has stunning rosettes that range in color from light yellow-green to purple, pinkish-mauve. When exposed to the sun, the pinkish tones grow more intense. For them to display their full color potential, they require intense light. These plants require little maintenance. Give your plants a lot of sunlight and a soil that drains nicely.
These are plants with small, compact, plump leaves that are light blue-green in color with pinkish-red ends that are native to Central Mexico, and they grow in low-growing clusters of miniature rosettes. Stress, lower temperatures, and sun exposure make the pink color more intense. These are simple to grow and spread. They favor a sunny environment with lots of light. They require a potting soil that drains properly. Only water the soil if it is dry.
Their narrow, broad leaves range in color from pastel lavender to bluish-gray with a tinge of pastel pink when exposed to full sun. They grow as rosettes and are native to Mexico. These plants develop quickly. They produce white and yellow flowers that resemble stars. They favor places that are sunny or bright and potting soil that drains well.
The hybrid plant known as Graptosedum ‘Francesco Baldi’ was created by crossing Sedum Pachyphyllum with Graptopetalum Paraguayense. Except for the leaves being narrower and plumper, it resembles Graptopetalum paraguayense (Ghost Plant) in appearance. With stems that sprawl, spread, and expand as they grow, it generates rosettes. The leaves are large and thick, and they come in a variety of shades, including pastel lavender-pink, powdery blue-gray, and light blue-green. The plant bears vivid flowers in the form of stars. These are simple to cultivate and keep up. They do need a potting mix that drains properly and a lot of sunlight.
Calico Kitten, also known as Crassula Pellucida Variegata, is a lovely plant with heart-shaped, multicolored variegated leaves. The leaves are a mixture of several tones of pinks and creams, as well as various shades of green, ranging from pale green to golden green. When under direct sunlight, they take on a dark purple color. When placed in a hanging basket, the plant trails beautifully. They blossom in white. These require a soil that drains well. Only water the soil if it is dry. The initial maintenance of this plant might be challenging, but with patience and the right care, they become more resilient.
The Crassula Perforata (String of Buttons), a succulent native to South Africa, sprawls and piles on top of itself as it grows. They have tiny, compact leaves that resemble spirals and wrap around the stem. The leaves have rose pink borders and a soft light green tint. When exposed to additional sun, the color deepens. When planted together, String of Buttons and other succulents with pink tones complement each other beautifully. Maintaining this plant is simple. Give your plants enough sunlight and a potting mix that drains effectively.
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