Purple & Black Succulents

Echeveria Ariel, a charming succulent, is prized for its delicate look and unique colors, perfect for succulent collections.

Echeveria Ariel Plant Characteristics

Leaves: Small, spoon-shaped, plump leaves form 4 - 6 cm rosettes. They are pastel green with pinkish-red tips that deepen in sunlight. The leaves are smooth and covered with a powdery bloom.

Growth Form: It is small with a short stem. It grows slowly, mostly stays single but may have occasional offsets. It is great for small pots.

Flowers: In spring, slender stalks bear pale yellow, bell-shaped flowers.

Echeveria Ariel Growth Habits

Thrives in warm, dry, sunny, well-ventilated spots. Drought-tolerant but sensitive to overwatering.

Temperature: Best at 15 - 28°C, protect from frost (below 5°C), needs shade in extreme heat.
Light: 4 - 6 hours of direct sun daily; filtered light in summer peak to avoid scorching.

Soil & Water: 60 - 70% gritty, well - drained soil. Water, when dry, is cut back in winter.

Echeveria Black Knight, a classic in the Echeveria genus of the Crassulaceae family, is renowned for its strikingly dark foliage and imposing rosette shape, earning it the nickname "Dark Warrior" among succulent enthusiasts.

Echeveria Black Knight Plant Characteristics

Leaves: Long, spoon-shaped with pointed tips, thick, and tightly arranged in a rosette. Typically gray-green, they transform into deep purple-black or blue-black hues under ample sunlight and temperature fluctuations, with reddish edges and a metallic sheen. Insufficient light causes the leaves to revert to gray-green, thin out, and the plant to become leggy.
Growth Form: A small to medium-sized variety, each rosette measures about 10-15 cm in diameter. The sturdy, upright stem encourages clustering in mature plants, forming multi-headed old stems that contrast beautifully with the dark leaves.
Flowers: Blooming mainly in spring, slender flower stalks emerge from leaf axils, bearing spike-shaped inflorescences. The bell-shaped flowers are orange-red with yellow tips, creating a vivid contrast against the dark foliage.

Echeveria Black Knight Growth habits

Black Knight thrives in warm, dry, and sunny conditions with good ventilation. Highly drought-tolerant, it dislikes waterlogging and humid environments. Use well-draining soil with 60%-70% grit (e.g., volcanic stones mixed with peat). Ideal growth temperature ranges from 15°C to 28°C. When temperatures exceed 32°C in summer, provide shade and reduce watering as the plant enters semi-dormancy. Overwinter at temperatures above 5°C. Sufficient light maintains the deep leaf color; otherwise, overwatering or low light can lead to stretching, color fading, or rot.