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Echeveria 'Dark Moon'

4.7 out of 5 (3 experiences)

Fast grower

Large, lush leaves

About Echeveria 'Dark Moon'

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 'Dark Moon'

Genus

Echeveria

Family

Crassulaceae

Order

Saxifragales

How to care for Echeveria 'Dark Moon'

💦 Water

How often to water your Echeveria 'Dark Moon'

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' 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 'Dark Moon' in your home

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Echeveria 'Dark Moon'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Echeveria 'Dark Moon': 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 'Dark Moon' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Echeveria 'Dark Moon' →

Benefits of Growing Echeveria 'Dark Moon' →

Common Echeveria 'Dark Moon' Problems →

Indoor Care Guide for Echeveria 'Dark Moon' →

Outdoor Care Guide for Echeveria 'Dark Moon' →

💦 Water Needs

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' 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.

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' Water Frequency →

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' 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

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

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💨 Humidity

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' 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 'Dark Moon' 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!

Best Soil Mix for Echeveria 'Dark Moon' →

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When and How to Successfully Repot Echeveria 'Dark Moon' →

What Are Healthy Echeveria 'Dark Moon' Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' 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!

How Much and When to Fertilize Echeveria 'Dark Moon' →

❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Echeveria 'Dark Moon' 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 'Dark Moon' is native to Central and northern South America.

🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Echeveria 'Dark Moon' bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' Flowers →

Is Echeveria 'Dark Moon' an Annual Plant? →

Is Echeveria 'Dark Moon' a Perennial Plant? →

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' Pollination Guide →

Common Echeveria 'Dark Moon' Flower Problems →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' grows in a rosette pattern, with leaves neatly arranged in a circle. New growth will emerge from the center.

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' Lifecycle →

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Echeveria 'Dark Moon' →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Echeveria 'Dark Moon' can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' Temperature Tolerance →

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Winter Care for Echeveria 'Dark Moon' →

Best Companion Plants for Echeveria 'Dark Moon' →

Is Echeveria 'Dark Moon' a Weed? →

🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Echeveria 'Dark Moon' can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Echeveria 'Dark Moon' →

🧐 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.

Common Bugs Affecting Echeveria 'Dark Moon' →

What Eats Echeveria 'Dark Moon'? →

😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Echeveria 'Dark Moon'. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

Care Summary for Echeveria 'Dark Moon'

Echeveria 'Dark Moon'

Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Fast grower 2

Large, lush leaves 2

Survivor 2

@@SophiaDudette

2 Plants

77 XP

Maplewood, MN

01/30/2022

My first plant and honestly it’s the best for a first time plant parent! I was looking for a succulent to get started on a new hobby because they are trendy and I heard they are easy to take care of. I came across this gorgeous dark moon and it looked like it desperately needed some tlc so I took it home. I got succulent soil and succulent food for it. I only had it for a few days and it already has a baby! I plan on watering it once a week. The more sunlight, the more vibrant the colors become! I say it’s a fast grower because it sheds its leaves and grows more leaves rather immediately. I thought succulents were slow growers! Highly recommend for anyone whether they are first time plant parents or proud plant addicts! The dark moon coloring of green purple and red is unique and gorgeous!

Fast grower

Large, lush leaves

Survivor

Echeveria 'Dark Moon' plant photo by @SophiaDudette named Audrey 2 on Greg, the plant care app.

@@Kbeans19

50 Plants

2,450 XP

Laredo, TX

07/03/2021

The black and green leaves are stunning, and I notice some red shimmer in sunlight! Firm leaves tell me it’s healthy, soft ones mean under or overwatered I guess! Whatever I’m doing, it seems to be right.

Survivor

Large, lush leaves