Fast growing, award-winning Echeveria runyonii 'Topsy Turvy' is an evergreen succulent with stemless rosettes (4 in. wide or 10 cm) of waxy, spoon-shaped, powdery blue-gray leaves which are interestingly rolled downwards along their length, and curled up so that the tips point toward the centre of the plant. In late summer or fall, it sends up 8 in. tall (20 cm) arching stems which bear star-shaped, yellow and orange flowers. This Echeveria offsets readily and will form a dense carpet of rosettes over time. A great choice as groundcover, for rock gardens, green roofs or containers.
Thick, glaucous blue, succulent curved foliage which resemble small shoe-horns.
Ideal Conditions: Prefers full sun, or partial shade with very free-draining, sandy soil or compost.
Possible Situation: Perfectly suited for planting in gravel gardens, paved areas, rockeries and small containers. Try mixing with other succulents and alpines.
