How to grow and care for Echeveria 'Qiluo' (Echeveria 'Qiluo')

Those who have grown the succulent Echeveria 'Qiluo' surely know how variable Qiluo can be; its traits seem rather unstable, and besides the normal form there are also crested (fasciated), variegated and monstrose varieties. So how do you grow Echeveria 'Qiluo'?

Plenty of light

The color change in Qiluo is still related to light intensity: with plenty of light the color is redder, while with insufficient light the color not only turns greener, but the leaves may even become etiolated, with the stem growing quickly and becoming thinner and the leaves becoming rather sparse and lacking condition, so ensuring plenty of light is the most basic requirement for growing Qiluo.

Soil mix for Qiluo

When mixing soil for succulents, follow the principle of being loose, breathable and well-draining. No matter which substrate you use, the soil should not cake or be too stuffy and hard, otherwise it affects root respiration and causes slow growth, leaf drop or even root rot in succulents.

Watering interval and amount

Qiluo's leaves are rather thin, and compared with the likes of 'Taodan' (Echeveria 'Taodan') their water storage is still limited, but you still cannot water too frequently. Spring and autumn are the growing seasons, so once a week is enough; in summer, water should be properly restricted.