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Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy'

About Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy'

There are hundreds of plants belonging to the Echeveria genus, each with its own unique colors and patterns.The wild species are native to Central America and were named after the botanical illustrator Atanasio Echeverría y Godoy. They're super easy to grow as long as they get lots of sunlight. ☀️ They can be easily propagated by stem or leaf, making it easy to catch 'em all!

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Echeveria runyonii 'Topsy Turvy'

Genus

Echeveria

Family

Crassulaceae

Order

Saxifragales

Also known as

echeveria riniony, Echeveria Runyonii Monstrosa Topsy and Echeveria runyonii Topsy Turvy'

How to care for Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy'

💦 Water

How often to water your Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy'

Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
12

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' in your home

Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy': repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

💨 Humidity

Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' enjoys lots of humidity. Provide humidity for your plant by watering regularly and thoroughly, since plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves. They may also benefit from being placed next to a humidifier.

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🪴 Soil

Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

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💩 Fertilizer

Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

🌎 Native Region

Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' is native to Central and northern South America.

🌸 Flowers

Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' produces flowers in the wild, but does not flower when kept as houseplants.

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🌱 Propagation

Echeveria 'Topsy Turvy' can be propagated by the stem method. To propagate:

Make a cut just above the node. The node is the break in the stem where the leaf emerges.
To get the cutting to root, you can either:
- Place the cutting in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
- Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.