Echeveria runyonii

Grow in cactus compost in bright, filtered light. When in growth water moderately and feed monthly with a balanced liquid feed. Keep almost dry in winter. Stand plants outside during the summer months, having acclimatised them to direct sun. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further advice

No pruning required

Propagate by sowing seed at 18°C in early spring or by leaf cuttings in early summer. Separate offsets in spring

May be susceptible to mealybugs, vine weevil and aphids

Generally disease-free