Graptoveria 'Opalina'
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Graptoveria 'Opalina' (Echeveria colorata × Graptopetalum amethystinum) (Grim): An opalescent rosette and wonderfully low-maintenance. Keep it in partial sun and it will be a powdery blue-green with a nice covering of farina. Move it into sunnier conditions and it will flush pink at the edges. Its distinctive leaves stay fairly upright and can grow into an 8.0" wide rosette.
'Opalina' is a relatively fast grower and will produce clusters of offsets at the base of the mother rosette. It thrives in sunny locations and pots and soil with excellent drainage. Water deeply and only when the soil is completely dry.
Over time, it can grow trailing, bare stems up to 8.0" under each rosette. Fortunately, 'Opalina' is easy to propagate and will stay compact with a quick trim. With a sharp, clean pair of scissors, cut a stem just below the rosette. Leave the rosette in a cool, dry place for 3-5 day so the cut can dry and callus. Re-plant the rosette in gritty soil and water regularly until it established roots.
Product Size
2.0" Pot
Current Primary Color
White
All Seasonal Colors
Blue / Blue-green, Silver, Pink
Bloom Color
Yellow Bloom
Grow Zone (Hardiness)
Zone 10 (30F)
Recommended Light Conditions
Bright Indoor Light, Filtered / Partial Sun
Maximum Height
6"-8"
Maximum Rosette Size
5"-6"
Growth Habit / Shape
Rosette
Seasonality
Blooms in Spring
Special Characteristic
Easy to Propagate, Pet Safe, Fast Grower
THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+
10
WHAT IS MY HARDINESS ZONE?
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There are two reasons why succulent leaves may behave in this manner.
Drought stress is a very common one. Your plant may not be receiving enough water. If your plant's leaves are wrinkly or flexible, this is your issue.
The second is a sudden increase in the amount of sunlight the plant is getting. If the leaves feel rigid and their surfaces are smooth, then this is probably the reason for the lifting of the leaves. If this is the issue, then your plant is behaving in a healthy manner and there's no need to change anything.
Drought stress is a very common one. Your plant may not be receiving enough water. If your plant's leaves are wrinkly or flexible, this is your issue.
The second is a sudden increase in the amount of sunlight the plant is getting. If the leaves feel rigid and their surfaces are smooth, then this is probably the reason for the lifting of the leaves. If this is the issue, then your plant is behaving in a healthy manner and there's no need to change anything.
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This plant is dormant during the summer, but mainly when grown outside. As an indoor plant, they're dormancy is not very definite and it's hard to say that the plant is ever in true dormancy. Regardless, slow down watering and don't fertilize in the summer.
Graptoveria plants tend to take after their Graptopetalum parents and do most of their growing in the winter. Graptoveria 'Opalina' is no exception.
Graptoveria plants tend to take after their Graptopetalum parents and do most of their growing in the winter. Graptoveria 'Opalina' is no exception.
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Tucson is firmly in zone 9, which means you could grow it outside in the ground, as long as you give it a little protection on your coldest nights. Planting it against the wall of a heated structure will protect it but covering it over a cold night with a sheet should suffice.
A bit of afternoon shade would help this plant too. Just be sure it gets as much morning sun as possible.
A bit of afternoon shade would help this plant too. Just be sure it gets as much morning sun as possible.
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Yes, that does look stretched for light. If you can, try moving the light closer to the plant or increase the time your plant receives light for. 12 hours on 12 hours off is a good light regiment for most succulents. For more grow light tips, click the link below!
Source: https://mountaincrestgardens.com/faqs...
Source: https://mountaincrestgardens.com/faqs...
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Succulents need grittier soil than other plants because they are adapted to dry conditions and store water in their leaves. Regular potting soil mixes stay damp for long periods of time, which can cause rot in succulents. Instead, use a sandy, well-draining soil so you can water thoroughly without leaving your succulent in standing water.
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Our plants can be transplanted immediately upon arrival.
If you want to wait to transplant, they can remain in their original containers for up to a month. If the pots came in a plastic carrier tray, remove the pots from the carrier tray prior to the first watering.
Keep the plants indoors near a sunny window or outdoors under a roof (only if outdoor temperatures stay above your succulent's minimum hardiness temperature). Water only after the soil is fully dry by drenching from above with a faucet, hose, or watering can. Gently shake excess water from the leaves and allow containers to drain completely.
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Fertilizing is not necessary, but it is a good option for succulent growers who want to encourage faster, larger growth. It can be used on mature plants with established roots. Only fertilize in the growing season (spring and summer for most varieties) to avoid weakening or burning dormant plants. Use a light touch and make 2-3 applications of low-Nitrogen, diluted fertilizer each year (N-P-K ratio around 5-10-10). You can find specially-formulated cactus / succulent fertilizers in most garden centers or go organic with compost tea or bone meal.
Example: Miracle-Gro Quick Start, diluted to half strength
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Succulents need deep, infrequent watering, especially during their growing season and when they are young and establishing roots. Only water after the soil is completely dry and the plant feels less firm. Err on the side of underwatering. Watering too frequently is the most common way to kill succulents.
HOW TO WATER SUCCULENTS
- Drench from above using a faucet, hose, or watering can
- Do not mist with a spray bottle (the only exception is for Air Plants)
- Water until it drains from the container's drainage hole. If your container does not have a drainage hole (not recommended), use about 1/3 the volume of the container…
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Different succulent varieties have different light needs. You can find the Recommended Light Conditions on each variety's page by scrolling down to the Product Details. We use four categories of recommended light, and some plants can thrive under a range of light conditions.
LOW INDOOR LIGHT
- Can grow indoors without direct sun.
- Placing outdoors in direct sun or on sunny window sills might cause dark burns.
- There are a limited number of succulent varieties that thrive in low light, notably Haworthia, Gasteria, Peperomia, and some Jade…
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