Forming petite rosettes of elongated leaves in a shimmery blue color palette, Pachyveria ‘Little Jewel’ adds incredible contrast to any succulent arrangement, especially when paired with deep green, red, or purple specimens! A thick layer of farina accounts for the iridescent appearance of the leaves – though care must be taken not to mar this coating with the oils from your fingerprints – and when supplied with ample light, the pointed tips of each leaf will flush to a rosy pink hue, creating yet another layer of dimension to enjoy from ‘Little Jewel.’ Most remarkable, however, is the gemstone-like faceting across the surfaces of each leaf, unseen in nearly any other succulent specimen!

Native to the arid landscapes of Mexico, ‘Little Jewel’ will form rosettes up to 5 inches wide – positioned atop a stem that will eventually reach over 12 inches in height, but which can be cut down and re-rooted for a more consistently compact look. Like most rosette-shaped succulents, this variety requires bright light for the most pleasing growth form, and prefers to dry out between waterings. As such, a thorough yet infrequent watering routine, coupled with a porous soil mixture within a well-draining pot, will go a long way towards a happy and healthy ‘Little Jewel.’

Hardy only to Zone 10, this specimen requires protection from the freezing elements during the winter months. In return, ‘Little Jewel’ will send up peach-colored blooms during the warmer days of spring and summer!