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Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy'

Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy'

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Overview

The Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy', a whimsical succulent, boasts spoon-shaped, powdery blue-green leaves that curl in an outward spiral. Originating from Mexico, this drought-tolerant plant thrives in USDA zones 9-11, reaching 8-12 inches in width and 6-8 inches in height. Ideal for rock gardens or as a ground cover, 'Topsy Turvy' requires well-draining soil and full to partial sunlight, offering year-round interest with minimal maintenance.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 9–10
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — powdery blue-green leaves that curl in an outward spiral
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — allowing the soil to dry completely between irrigationsEcheveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — peach or pale-yellow flowers that blossom on archingEcheveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — 8 to 10-inch stalks in the fall and early winterEcheveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — When planting for landscape architectureEcheveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — which will ensure the plant's health and vigorEcheveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — orange flowers in the garden+16

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Crassulaceae

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Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — sandy or rocky soil to prevent root rot
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — allowing the soil to dry completely between irrigations
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — peach or pale-yellow flowers that blossom on arching
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — 8 to 10-inch stalks in the fall and early winter
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — When planting for landscape architecture
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — which will ensure the plant's health and vigor
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — orange flowers in the garden
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — powdery blue-green leaves that curl in an outward spiral
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — this drought-tolerant plant thrives in USDA zones 9-11
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — reaching 8-12 inches in width and 6-8 inches in height
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — Ideal for rock gardens or as a ground cover
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — 'Topsy Turvy' requires well-draining soil and full to partial sunlight
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — offering year-round interest with minimal maintenance
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — known scientifically as Echeveria runyonii 'Topsy Turvy'
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — is a distinctive and sculptural succulent that adds a unique flair to any landscape design
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — This cultivar is a fast-growing and low-maintenance selection
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — ideal for xeriscaping and rock gardens
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — as well as container displays
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — silver-blue leaves are dramatically contorted and pointed
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — curling into a spoon shape
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — The plant requires well-drained
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — with soil pH ranging from slightly acidic to neutral
Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' (Echeveria Runyonii 'Topsy Turvy') — Watering should be moderate

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