Echeveria shaviana

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

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