How to Care for and Cultivate Echeveria 'Honey pink'

Echeveria 'Honey pink' is a medium-sized variety of succulent. Its plant structure forms a rosette, with oval-shaped, thick leaves. The leaves are smooth on the front side and curve upwards in an arc on the back, with visible edges (dark lines) ranging from pink-green to pink-blue. The leaf tips gradually taper, and the tips and front ends of the leaves tend to turn red easily. The overall plant appearance is smooth, without a white frost cover. Normally, the leaves are green with hints of red, but under sufficient light and significant temperature differences, the leaves turn entirely red, accompanied by beautiful blood spots.


Not only does Echeveria 'Honey pink' have high aesthetic appeal, but it is also relatively easy to care for. It has strong disease resistance, with almost no instances of pests or diseases. The main advantage is its ease of coloration, making it easy even for novice plant enthusiasts to maintain in good condition. The plants of Echeveria 'Honey pink' are not very large, with very thick leaves that also easily produce lateral shoots, making them exceptionally beautiful.

It's not advisable to use too large pots when caring for Echeveria 'Honey pink' because the plants grow vigorously, resulting in more plants over time. Small pots can be used for planting, and when the plants grow larger, they can be repotted with new soil. Additionally, with controlled care in small pots, Echeveria 'Honey pink' will be more likely to achieve vibrant coloration and even develop red spots.

The leaves of Echeveria 'Honey pink' are particularly thick, giving them strong water retention capabilities, making them highly drought-tolerant. They do not require much water, so it's important not to water them frequently. Using soil with more granules helps with aeration and water drainage, making it easier for the plants to thrive. Exposure to sunlight is beneficial, except during hot summers when some shade may be needed. Adequate sunlight at other times will enhance coloration.

Echeveria 'Honey pink' doesn't require much water, so it's best to wait until the soil is completely dry before watering. If unsure when the soil is dry, waiting for the bottom leaves to wilt before watering is a good indicator. At this point, watering thoroughly will help the plant absorb water, resulting in firmer leaves and vigorous growth.

Propagation methods include leaf cuttings and stem cuttings. However, leaf cuttings are not easy to succeed and are prone to water rot and drying out.