Graptoveria 'Fred Ives'

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Fred Ives Echeveria

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Information by: PlantMaster Photographer: Kristin Caldwell

Description

Graptoveria 'Fred Ives': Echeveria hybrid. One of the easier plants to grow, appears to be forgiving. Good multiplier and soon makes a nice mat. Each plant grows to well over 12" in diameter. Flowers appear in the summer on long arching stems with an orange-pink flower. Blue-grey with shades of pink. They grow outdoors in frost free areas. Cold climates must bring them indoors. Very attractive plant. Tender soft succulent - will not tolerate frost.

Plant Type

Succulent

Height Range

Under 1'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Pink, Purple

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Seascape, Spanish, Tropical, Water Garden, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Indoor, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cascade, Container, Mass Planting, Hanging Baskets

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.

Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.