Echeveria 'Sweet Honey'

About Echeveria 'Sweet Honey' True to its name, Echeveria 'Sweet Honey' features a small, incredibly cute rosette of exceptionally thick, plump leaves. The foliage is finished with a heavy layer of silvery farina, giving it a velvety, "frosted" look. Under bright light or cooler temperatures, the blue-green leaves can take on warm, honey-toned hues or soft pinks. Its compact growth habit and "chubby" texture make it an irresistible addition to any collection. How to Care for Echeveria 'Sweet Honey' Sun/Location: This variety loves bright, indirect light to maintain its tight rosette shape and thick farina coating. A sunny windowsill is perfect. Pro Tip: Try to avoid touching the leaves directly, as the natural oils from your fingers can rub off the farina, leaving permanent "fingerprints" on the foliage. Soil/Pot: Like most Echeverias, 'Sweet Honey' is sensitive to "wet feet." Use a gritty, well-draining cactus mix. If you are using standard potting soil, be sure to mix in plenty of pumice or perlite (at least a 50/50 ratio) to ensure the roots stay dry and healthy. Watering: Use the soak-and-dry method. Wait until the soil is completely bone-dry before watering. When you do water, soak the soil thoroughly until water drains out the bottom. Because the leaves are so thick, they store a lot of moisture, so it is always better to underwater than overwater this variety! More Information Primary color: Blue-grey / Pale green Secondary color: Peach / Red Bloom color: Bright orange or yellow Cold hardiness: Zone 9b - 11b (Protect from frost/freezing) Product format: 2'' pot Suitability: Windowsill, Fairy gardens Propagation: Leaf cuttings, Offsets Special characteristic: Thick natural farina (sun protection); Pet safe