{"product_id":"bloody-maria-succulent-echeveria-bloody-maria","title":"Bloody Maria Succulent - Echeveria 'Bloody Maria'","description":"\u003cp\u003eBloody Maria Succulent (\u003cem\u003eEcheveria\u003c\/em\u003e '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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaroon-rimmed leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each grey-green leaf is edged in maroon, which gives the rosette an inked, shaded look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA tidy, symmetrical shape.\u003c\/strong\u003e The rosette keeps an even, compact form, so a single plant looks deliberate and a small group looks designed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiny and easy to place.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 10cm across it fits a small bowl, a terrarium or a gap between stones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors or out.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows on a bright windowsill or in a sunny outdoor spot, wherever frost stays away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy and drought tolerant.\u003c\/strong\u003e Once established it is forgiving of missed waterings, which suits busy gardeners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerrariums and bowls.\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRockeries and gravel gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuck it into sunny pockets between stones, where its dark rims contrast with paler succulents and gravel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindowsills and indoor gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it the brightest window in the house, and turn the pot now and then so it grows evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Bloody Maria Succulent in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Nothing needs cutting. Carefully pull away any dead, dry leaves from the edge of the rosette to keep it tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/echeverias\"\u003eBrowse our full range of echeverias\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/succulents\"\u003eMore succulents for pots and gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eHouse and indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-world-of-succulents-a-must-have-guide-for-garden-lovers\"\u003eSucculents in Australia: a complete care guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a terrarium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the lowest leaves shrivelling?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is normal as the rosette grows. Gently pull the dry leaves away. Soft, translucent or mushy leaves mean too much water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcheverias 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790310113599,"sku":"ECH-HYB-BLOODY-tube","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/bloody-maria-succulent-echeveria-bloody-maria.jpg?v=1792198707","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/bloody-maria-succulent-echeveria-bloody-maria","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}