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An Introduction to Graptoveria ‘Starfire’ and the New World of ‘Crispate Beauty’ Hybrids
Graptoveria ‘Starfire’ is an exceptional hybrid of Graptopetalum filiferum × Echeveria lilacina ‘Crispate Beauty,’ created by Leo González of Suculentia

Echeveria Tobarensis: A Brief Introduction and the Beginnings of In-House Propagation
Tobar seedlings are growing slower than most but we remain optimistic that with time these clones will be ready to share with our customers.

The Impact of Water on Succulent Health and Growth: Why Water Quality Matters
Watering isn’t just about how much it’s about what kind of water you’re using. As our experience with sodium buildup taught us, water quality plays a vital role in the health of our succulents.

Can Echeveria Be Grafted to Kalanchoe? Our Skeptical Experiment and Results
Back in July of this year videos and photographs from Japanese and Chinese succulent growers showcased something seemingly impossible: Echeveria grafted onto Kalanchoe rootstock. For years, grafting Echeveria onto any rootstock let alone a different genus was considered impossible.

Echeveria Lutea: Making This Uncommon Species a Staple in Every Succulent Collection
In April 2023, when we finally secured some exceptional clones of Echeveria lutea, we were obsessed. Today, we’re excited to share our journey with you and explain why we believe Echeveria lutea deserves a prominent place in every succulent collection.

The Rise of Succulents in Korea: How Korea Became the Succulent Capital of the World

How To Mix Your Own Succulent Soil: A comprehensive guide to succulent soil.

How to Fertilize Succulents and Echeveria

Combatting, Managing and Understanding Rot in Echeveria and other Succulents
A synthesis of knowledge about managing rot derived from over seven years of growing succulents professionally.

Echeveria Runyonii Variegated AKA Echeveria 'Akaihosi' Variegated

Get to Know: Echeveria 'Fimbriata' Variegated AKA Echeveria 'Fasciculata' Variegated

