Rainbow Echeveria - Tender Succulent Indoor Houseplant 2x3" Pot

Echeveria 'Rainbow' (Echeveria gibbiflora)  is a coveted succulent because it's rather rare. Rainbow is a variant of the Perle von Nüremberg succulent. The Purple Echeveria Perle von Nürnberg and Echeveria Rainbow are essentially the same plants, but the latter is a variegated variety with purple and pink stripes on its leaves, unlike the former. Because of this color change, Rainbow is less efficient at photosynthesis and therefore cannot tolerate a lot of shade.  

So, place your Rainbow in a well-lit area with bright, indirect sunlight throughout the day. A sunny windowsill or near a south-facing window works well. Protect it from intense sunlight with sheer curtains or shade cloth during hot summers. Rotate the pot regularly for even growth. Watch for signs of sunburn and adjust sun exposure accordingly. 

Like other succulents, Rainbow is very drought-tolerant so you don't need to water often.  Provide them with well-draining soil.  Water underneath the petals rather than allow water droplets to sit on the leaves. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 50% to 70% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply enough for water to run out the drainage hole, then wait for the soil to fully dry before watering again. Too much watering will result in root rot. It is better to under-water, than over-water.

Rainbow likes temps between 65-80F. Not too hot, not too cold.  They're zoned for zones 9-11 but most people keep them indoors as their slow growth makes them great houseplants. 

Tender succulents are more fragile than their cold-hardy cousins. Keep out of reach of pets and children. 

SUN REQUIREMENTS: Bright indirect sunlight

WATER REQUIREMENTS: Well-drained, little water once established

ZONES: 9 - 11

Once mature they can reach 6" across