{"product_id":"topsy-debbie-lilac-spoons-graptoveria-hybrid-topsy-debbie","title":"Topsy Debbie Lilac Spoons - Graptoveria hybrid 'Topsy Debbie'","description":"\u003cp\u003eTopsy Debbie Lilac Spoons (\u003cem\u003eGraptoveria\u003c\/em\u003e 'Topsy Debbie') is a small rosette succulent with long lilac-grey leaves that end in a rounded, spoon-like tip and carry a powdery coating. It stays under 15cm tall and wide, pups freely, and suits rockeries, pots and bright rooms indoors. The colour deepens in cooler weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLilac and powder-blue colour.\u003c\/strong\u003e A cross between an echeveria and a graptopetalum, it picks up soft lilac-pink tones with a powdery bloom on the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour that builds in cool weather.\u003c\/strong\u003e The shades intensify during the cooler months, so the plant looks best in autumn and winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpoon-shaped leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e The long, slender leaves end in a snub tip, and the exact shape varies from plant to plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt pups freely.\u003c\/strong\u003e Small plants form around the base. Lift and replant them and one plant soon becomes many to share.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall and tough.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is drought tolerant once established and compact enough for a teacup or a windowsill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and bowls.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant on its own or beside other rosette succulents in a shallow bowl of gritty mix. Keep the pot in bright light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRockeries and gravel gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 15cm apart in full sun and gritty soil. As pups form, the planting thickens into a mat of lilac rosettes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright windowsill keeps the colour strong. It makes a long-lasting little feature plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Topsy Debbie Lilac Spoons in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for maximum health and leaf colour. It suits subtropical, warm temperate, Mediterranean and arid gardens. It is not frost hardy, so in cold winters grow it in a pot that can move under cover, and in wet climates keep it under an eave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, gritty soil. In a pot, use a succulent and cactus mix with extra grit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly until the plant is established, usually around 12 weeks, then do not overwater. Let the mix dry out between drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Carefully remove dead old leaves from the base of the rosette. Avoid handling the leaves too much, because touching rubs off the powdery coating that gives the colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Topsy Debbie Lilac Spoons as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives as a small plant. Young plants may be green at first and develop their lilac colour as they grow, especially as the weather cools, so do not worry if your plant is greener than the one in the picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur grower supplies the tube stock, and supply is not constant. If the tube shows as sold out, the grower has none at that moment, and the notify button on this page emails you the day it returns.\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\/succulents\"\u003eBrowse our succulents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/echeverias\"\u003eEcheveria range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rockery-plants\"\u003ePlants for rockeries\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-world-of-succulents-a-must-have-guide-for-garden-lovers\"\u003eA guide to the world of succulents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my plant green instead of lilac?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung plants may be green and develop colour as they grow. Colour also becomes more intense in the cooler months, and bright light helps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it make new plants?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It pups freely, and the small plants around the base can be removed and replanted, so one plant soon becomes several.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts parent genera, echeveria and graptopetalum, are generally regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Any plant can upset a stomach if chewed, so keep the pot out of reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790327939391,"sku":"GRA-HYB-TOPSYD-tube","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/topsy-debbie-lilac-spoons-graptoveria-hybrid-topsy-debbie.jpg?v=1792207309","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/topsy-debbie-lilac-spoons-graptoveria-hybrid-topsy-debbie","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}