Overwintering guide
How to overwinter echeveria 'perle von nurnberg'
Winter watering
Water only occasionally — enough that the rootball never dries out completely, no more. No feeding until spring growth begins.
The mistake that kills echeveria 'perle von nurnberg' in winter
Bringing echeveria 'perle von nurnberg' into a warm living room. Too much winter warmth forces weak, pale growth that collapses when it goes back outside — cool and bright beats warm and dim.
More echeveria 'perle von nurnberg' care
- Overwintering echeveria — the species this cultivar belongs to
- Full echeveria 'perle von nurnberg' care guide
- Echeveria 'Perle von Nurnberg' temperature range
- How often to water echeveria 'perle von nurnberg'
- How to prune echeveria 'perle von nurnberg'
- Common echeveria 'perle von nurnberg' problems & fixes
Overwintering echeveria 'perle von nurnberg' — FAQ
Does echeveria 'perle von nurnberg' need to come indoors for winter?
Echeveria 'Perle von Nurnberg' is hardy to roughly USDA zone 9 — winter lows around -7°C. That means it takes cool conditions but not a real freeze. Echeveria 'Perle von Nurnberg' will take cool conditions but not a hard freeze, so the aim is a frost-free winter rather than a warm one. An unheated greenhouse, porch, conservatory or bright garage all work well. Keep it cool, bright and on the dry side, and it will hold steady until growth restarts in spring.
When should I move echeveria 'perle von nurnberg' for winter?
Move under cover before the first hard frost; back outside after the last spring frost.
How often should I water echeveria 'perle von nurnberg' in winter?
Water only occasionally — enough that the rootball never dries out completely, no more. No feeding until spring growth begins.
What kills echeveria 'perle von nurnberg' over winter?
Bringing echeveria 'perle von nurnberg' into a warm living room. Too much winter warmth forces weak, pale growth that collapses when it goes back outside — cool and bright beats warm and dim.