Name: エケベリア・アガボイデス 'エボニー'
Brand: Surreal Succulents
SKU: D607-ebony+M605

Echeveria agavoides 'Ebony' succulent with lime green leaves edged in deep burgundy, planted in terra cotta pot with pebbles.

エケベリア・アガボイデス 'エボニー'

£14.50

At a glance

Light: 日向5時間以上の日当たり
Lowest temperature: -2°C Takes some frost
Mature size: 30 cm x 30 cm Height x width
Growability: 初心者What this means

Where it grows best and how to care for it

在庫あり

Add £40.00 more for free standard shipping

£40 Free shipping Not unlocked yet
£70 Free express Not unlocked yet
£100 Free RARE plant Not unlocked yet
£120 10% off Not unlocked yet

Free shipping is applied at checkout

Shop Locationでの受取が可能です

通常5日以上で準備が完了します

この購入で 0 ポイントを獲得します。

もっと詳しく知る

What arrives

Sent by Royal Mail, with tracking
Unless stated otherwise, grown in a 6cm pot and around 5-7cm wide. Size guide
Sent bare-root, so it travels safely. Why we ship without pots and soil
Packed without plastic, apart from the plant label
Grown at our nursery in Cornwall and picked by hand for your order

The plant you receive may not look exactly like the photos.

エケベリア・アガボイデス「エボニー」は、ジョン・トレイガーとマイロン・キムナッチによってメキシコで発見され、2000年に栽培品種として発表されました。

瞬く間に最も人気のあるエケベリアの一つとなり、アジアでは信じられないほど人気を博し、一株の価格が300ポンドをはるかに超えることもありました。

子株を出すのが非常に遅いことで知られていますが、淡い緑がかった灰色の葉と、ほとんど黒い外側の葉縁が特徴で、最も美しくやりがいのあるエケベリアの一つです。

病害虫の問題がめったにない、驚くほど美しく構造的な多肉植物です。

非常に丈夫で手入れが簡単なので、素晴らしい観葉植物になります。明るい日当たりの良い窓辺に置き、土が乾いたら水を与え、春と夏には液体海藻肥料を与えます。「エボニー」は夏の気候を好むので、日当たりの良い屋外の鉢で育てるとその魅力を最大限に発揮します。

2024年5月の今月の植物賞を受賞しました。

We send everything by Royal Mail, and you'll get tracking updates once your order is on its way.

Standard: we send your order within 3 working days by Tracked 48, so it takes 3 to 5 days to arrive.

Super Express: order before 2pm on a working day and it goes out the same day by Tracked 24, arriving in 1 to 2 working days.

Our packaging is 100% plastic-free. The plant label is the only plastic in the box.

Your plants travel bare-root, nested carefully in the packaging.

Light

日向

5時間以上の日当たり

Lowest temperature

-2°C

Takes frost down to -2°C. Give it shelter if it gets colder than that.

-2°C

Good places to grow it

日当たりの良い窓辺
温室
屋外テーブルの上
明るい室内テーブル

Growability: 初心者
Growth form: 単生ロゼット
Growth rate: 中程度
Mature size (H x W): 30 cm x 30 cm
Foliage colour: 緑, 紫, シアン

Customer reviews

On arrival

Unpacking and planting

エケベリア・アガボイデス 'エボニー' is delivered bare-root and will need time to establish in its new pot. Unpack it carefully, remove all protective material and check that the rosette, stem and roots have arrived in good condition. Avoid rubbing any powdery farina from the leaves.

Plant エケベリア・アガボイデス 'エボニー' in fresh, free-draining compost. Spread the roots naturally rather than folding or forcing them into the pot. Hold the rosette above the compost while filling around the roots, then tap the pot lightly on the potting bench several times to settle the mixture. Do not press the compost down heavily by hand or bury the lowest healthy leaves.

Wait five to seven days before watering. This resting period allows small root injuries caused during lifting and transport to dry, reducing the risk of rot. After this, water lightly while the roots establish. Begin using the full 3 D's method once the plant is firmly rooted and showing healthy new growth.

Keep エケベリア・アガボイデス 'エボニー' in a bright, sheltered and airy position during establishment. Protect it from intense midday sunshine for the first week, then introduce it gradually to its recommended light conditions. A small amount of lower-leaf softness is normal while the root system recovers, but the central rosette should remain firm.

We supply the recommended care essentials for mail order. Find the relevant products here: succulent compost

Watering

Water エケベリア・アガボイデス 'エボニー' thoroughly, making sure the entire root area is moistened and water runs freely from the drainage holes. Allow the compost to dry before watering again. Follow our 3 D's method: drench, drain and dry.

Check the compost and the weight of the pot rather than watering to a fixed schedule. During active spring and summer growth, a small pot in a bright, warm position can dry quickly and may need checking several times a week. A larger pot, a humid position or cool weather will slow the drying process considerably.

Direct the water towards the compost and avoid repeatedly filling the centre of the rosette. Water trapped between tightly packed leaves can leave marks and encourage crown rot, particularly during cool or still weather. We recommend watering in the morning so the foliage and compost surface have time to dry before temperatures fall overnight.

Reduce watering through autumn as temperatures and natural light levels fall. During winter, keep the compost mostly dry and give a little water only when the plant shows genuine signs of thirst, such as lower leaves beginning to soften or wrinkle.

We supply the recommended care essentials for mail order. Find the relevant products here: succulent compost

Light and position

Provide エケベリア・アガボイデス 'エボニー' with 日向 - 5時間以上の日当たり. Suitable positions can include 日当たりの良い窓辺、温室、屋外テーブルの上、明るい室内テーブル. Echeverias and related rosette hybrids need strong natural light to maintain a compact, symmetrical shape and develop their best 緑、紫、シアン colouring.

Avoid dark rooms and positions far from a window. Insufficient light causes the rosette to open, flatten or stretch upwards as it searches for more light. Once this growth has stretched, it will not become compact again, although brighter conditions will improve the new leaves produced from the centre.

Introduce エケベリア・アガボイデス 'エボニー' to direct sunshine gradually after winter, delivery or a period under cover. Sudden exposure to strong spring or summer sun can scorch leaves that have not adjusted. Increase the amount of direct light over approximately ten days and provide temporary shade during intense heatwaves.

Many Echeverias have a powdery protective coating called farina. This helps shield the foliage from strong light and moisture loss. Avoid rubbing or handling the leaves unnecessarily because fingerprints and disturbed farina remain visible until the affected leaves are replaced by new growth.

Compost and drainage

Plant エケベリア・アガボイデス 'エボニー' in a fresh, free-draining mixture containing approximately one-third good-quality multi-purpose compost, one-third John Innes No. 2 and one-third horticultural grit or perlite. This provides enough organic material to support growth while creating the air spaces and drainage channels needed by succulent roots.

Always choose a pot with unrestricted drainage holes. A container without drainage gives excess water nowhere to escape and makes root rot much more likely. Terracotta is a useful choice in the cooler, humid UK climate because its porous sides allow moisture to evaporate more quickly.

Choose a pot only 2-4cm wider than the existing root system. An oversized pot contains a large volume of unused compost that remains wet for too long. Apply a thin layer of horticultural grit around the plant to keep its lowest leaves away from damp compost and help the surface remain open and airy.

We supply the recommended care essentials for mail order. Find the relevant products here: succulent compost horticultural grit perlite

Feeding

Fresh compost should contain enough nutrients to support エケベリア・アガボイデス 'エボニー' for approximately three to six months. When repotting in spring, a five to six-month slow-release fertiliser can be mixed through the compost according to the manufacturer's instructions.

If you prefer liquid feeding, wait until the plant is established and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser at half the recommended strength every two to four weeks during active spring and summer growth. Feed only when the compost is already moist, preferably shortly after watering.

Stop feeding during autumn and winter as growth slows. Fertiliser applied in weak light can produce soft, stretched growth and make the plant more vulnerable to cold damage. Do not overfeed in an attempt to intensify the foliage colour. Strong light and allowing the compost to dry correctly are more important.

We supply the recommended care essentials for mail order. Find the relevant products here: succulent compost liquid seaweed feed

Winter care

The recorded minimum temperature for エケベリア・アガボイデス 'エボニー' is -2°C. Move it into a bright, airy and protected position before conditions fall below this level. Most tender Echeverias and rosette hybrids are best kept frost-free, with temperatures of approximately 7-13 degrees Celsius helping them remain compact without encouraging weak winter growth.

Give エケベリア・アガボイデス 'エボニー' the brightest position available during the shorter days. A greenhouse, conservatory or bright, cool windowsill can provide suitable protection. Avoid placing the plant directly above a radiator because warm conditions combined with weak winter light encourage stretching and can dry the leaves while the compost remains damp below.

Keep the compost mostly dry. If the lower leaves become noticeably soft or wrinkled and the pot feels light, give a small amount of water in the morning. Never leave the plant standing in water, and make sure the drainage holes remain clear.

Use high-quality horticultural fleece during short cold spells where additional protection is needed. Drape it loosely so it does not press against or mark the rosette, and remove it during milder periods to restore light and airflow.

We supply the recommended care essentials for mail order. Find the relevant products here: succulent compost horticultural fleece

Summer care

Spring and summer are the main growing seasons for エケベリア・アガボイデス 'エボニー'. As light and temperatures increase, it can produce new central leaves, offsets and flower spikes. Check the compost regularly and water thoroughly whenever it has dried.

Keep greenhouses, conservatories and indoor growing areas well ventilated. Echeverias enjoy bright conditions, but intense heat trapped behind glass can scorch the outer leaves and slow root activity. Provide temporary afternoon shade during exceptional heatwaves while maintaining plenty of overall light.

Rotate a pot-grown plant regularly so the rosette receives light evenly and does not lean towards a window. Remove fully dry lower leaves carefully because they can trap moisture and provide shelter for mealybug.

Flower spikes can be left in place for their display and value to pollinating insects. Once the flowers have finished and the stem begins to dry, cut it close to the base using clean snips. Avoid pulling the spike from the rosette, as this can damage the main stem.

We supply the recommended care essentials for mail order. Find the relevant products here: succulent compost

Repotting

Repot エケベリア・アガボイデス 'エボニー' during spring when the roots are escaping through the drainage holes, the rosette has become unstable, water passes straight through tired compost or healthy growth has slowed despite suitable light.

Allow the old compost to dry, then ease the plant from its container while supporting it beneath the rosette. Do not pull it by the leaves. Remove as much old compost as possible and inspect the root system. Healthy roots should feel firm; brown, hollow or soft roots should be removed with clean snips.

Position the plant at the same depth in a pot only one or two sizes larger. Keep the central growing point and every healthy leaf above the compost surface. Fill around the roots without compressing the mixture heavily, then tap the pot gently to settle it.

Leave the newly repotted plant in a bright, sheltered position for at least three to five days before watering. This gives small root injuries time to dry and reduces the chance of rot entering through fresh wounds.

We supply the recommended care essentials for mail order. Find the relevant products here: succulent compost

Common problems

A loose, open or stretched rosette usually means エケベリア・アガボイデス 'エボニー' is not receiving enough light. Move it gradually into a brighter position and rotate the pot regularly. The existing stretched leaves will remain, but new growth from the centre should become more compact.

Soft translucent leaves, a loose central crown, blackened tissue or a sudden collapse are signs of excess moisture and possible rot. Remove damaged material, inspect the roots and allow healthy tissue to dry before repotting into fresh, dry compost.

Dry brown patches can result from sudden sun exposure, especially where the farina has been rubbed away. Introduce direct light gradually and avoid touching powdery foliage.

Older lower leaves naturally soften, dry and detach as the rosette grows. Remove them once they come away easily. Check beneath the lowest leaves and around the roots for white cotton-like mealybug, treating an infestation promptly and isolating the affected plant.

A tall central stem is not always caused by low light. Echeverias produce flower spikes, often during spring and summer. A flower stem emerges between the leaves and carries buds, while stretched vegetative growth causes the entire rosette to become loose and elongated.

We supply the recommended care essentials for mail order. Find the relevant products here: succulent compost