A sought-after hybrid rosette flushed in dusky lavender-pink and grey with a fine powdery bloom, intensifying to deeper purple tones in bright light. A signature feature plant for containers and arrangements.
At a glance
- Plant type: Succulent
- Mature size: 15 cm H × 15 cm W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: very drought tolerant once established
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Perle von Nurnberg
Echeveria 'Perle von Nurnberg' is a slow-growing succulent in the Crassulaceae family. It reaches around 15 cm tall and 15 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen, purple-toned and silver-grey foliage. Pink flowers appear in spring and summer.
Where to grow Perle von Nurnberg
Perle von Nurnberg suits arid and semi-arid, Mediterranean and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice and is a sought-after collector's plant.
Soil & planting
Perle von Nurnberg does best in sandy and free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Perle von Nurnberg handles dry conditions well once established. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Perle von Nurnberg after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using Perle von Nurnberg in the garden
Perle von Nurnberg earns its place for pots and courtyard containers and a feature or specimen planting. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same very drought tolerant and arid and semi-arid climate as Perle von Nurnberg. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Perle von Nurnberg
Plant Sale lists Perle von Nurnberg as potted plants. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
