Bloody Maria Succulent

Bloody Maria Succulent (Echeveria 'Bloody Maria') is a compact rosette about 10cm tall and wide, with neat, symmetrical grey-green leaves rimmed in maroon. The effect is dark and dramatic for such a small plant. It is an easy-care choice for terrariums, indoor gardens, pots and waterwise outdoor plantings.

Why you'll love it

• Maroon-rimmed leaves. Each grey-green leaf is edged in maroon, which gives the rosette an inked, shaded look.
• A tidy, symmetrical shape. The rosette keeps an even, compact form, so a single plant looks deliberate and a small group looks designed.
• Tiny and easy to place. At 10cm across it fits a small bowl, a terrarium or a gap between stones.
• Indoors or out. It grows on a bright windowsill or in a sunny outdoor spot, wherever frost stays away.
• Hardy and drought tolerant. Once established it is forgiving of missed waterings, which suits busy gardeners.

Where it works best

Terrariums and bowls. Plant 15cm apart in a shallow, open glass bowl of gritty mix. A sealed container holds too much moisture, so keep it open and bright.

Rockeries and gravel gardens. Tuck it into sunny pockets between stones, where its dark rims contrast with paler succulents and gravel.

Windowsills and indoor gardens. Give it the brightest window in the house, and turn the pot now and then so it grows evenly.

Growing Bloody Maria Succulent in Australia

Position and climate. Full sun gives the best leaf colour, and indoors it wants your brightest spot. It suits frost free gardens in subtropical, warm temperate, Mediterranean and arid climates. Echeverias are frost tender, so in colder areas keep it in a pot and move it indoors for winter.

Soil. Plant in well drained soil. A cactus and succulent mix is ideal in pots. In the garden, add coarse sand or grit to heavy ground, or raise the bed.

Water and feed. Water when the top of the soil is dry, and be careful not to overwater. Water around the plant, or into a saucer or cachepot, never onto the rosette, where it can sit and rot the centre.

Pruning. Nothing needs cutting. Carefully pull away any dead, dry leaves from the edge of the rosette to keep it tidy.

What to expect when it arrives

We sell Bloody Maria Succulent as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly in a bright, free draining spot. It is already small, so expect a tiny rosette that grows slowly and holds its shape.

Our tube stock is supplied by our grower, so availability comes and goes. If the tube shows as sold out when you visit, use the notify button on the page and we will email you the day it is back.

Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.

Plant care guides and related reading

• Browse our full range of echeverias
• More succulents for pots and gardens
• House and indoor plants
• Succulents in Australia: a complete care guide

Common questions

Can I grow it in a terrarium?

Yes, in an open glass bowl or terrarium with gritty mix and bright light. A sealed terrarium holds too much humidity and the rosette will rot.

Why are the lowest leaves shrivelling?

That is normal as the rosette grows. Gently pull the dry leaves away. Soft, translucent or mushy leaves mean too much water.

Is it safe for cats and dogs?

Echeverias are generally regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Any plant can upset an animal that eats a lot of it, so keep it out of reach of a determined nibbler.