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Key characteristics

Family: Crassulaceae
Height: 6 to 8 inches tall
Width: 8 to 10 inches wide
Flower color: Coral-pink blooms with yellow centers
Foliage color: Bluish-green leaves with pinkish-red edges
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Low; drought-tolerant
Maintenance: Low; remove spent flower stalks and dead leaves at the base
Growing zone: USDA Zones 9 to 11
Wildlife: Attracts hummingbirds

Groundcovers

Echeveria 'Parva'

Small Echeveria

Echeveria 'Parva' is a distinctive succulent with origins in Mexico, showcasing elegant rosettes of blue-green leaves with a hint of pink along the edges. The foliage is thick and slightly pointed, creating a dramatic display that makes it a popular choice for both garden beds and container arrangements.

Blooming in late winter to early spring, Echeveria 'Parva' sends up slender stalks adorned with clusters of coral-pink, bell-shaped flowers that draw pollinators and add a splash of color to its serene blue-green base. Its year-round appeal and delicate flowers make it a beautiful addition to any succulent collection.

Light

Full sun to partial shade

Water

Low; drought-tolerant

Bloom time

Late spring to early summer

Find this plant

Works well in

Rock Gardens
Waterwise Gardens
Containers
Mediterranean Gardens

Companion plants

Sedums · Blue oat grass · Agaves · Red hot pokers · Rockrose · Helianthemums

Design tip

Arrange groups of rosettes with generous spacing so each plant's sculptural form remains clearly visible from every angle. The open layout emphasizes their geometric beauty while creating a clean, contemporary composition that complements stone, gravel, and decorative containers.

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