• Echeveria ‘Black Prince’ is a compact, dark toned succulent that brings strong contrast and a clean, geometric form into the landscape. It’s a great option when you want something small that still makes a noticeable impact.
• The rosettes are tight and symmetrical, with pointed leaves that range from deep burgundy to almost black, especially in full sun. That rich, dark color gives it a lot of visual weight despite its smaller size.
• It stays relatively low and slowly produces offsets around the base, forming small clusters over time. This makes it ideal for containers, rock gardens, or detailed planting areas where you can appreciate the form up close.
• In cooler months, it may send up slender flower stalks with small, red to orange blooms that add a subtle pop of color above the foliage.
• Echeveria ‘Black Prince’ grows best in full sun to partial shade and requires well drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established and performs best with occasional deep watering.
• It typically stays around 4 to 6 inches tall and spreads gradually as it forms clusters. It is well suited for USDA zones 9 through 11 and is sensitive to frost. The foliage is evergreen in mild climates.
• This plant has low toxicity and is generally a safe choice for gardens with pets and children.
• The flowers may attract minor pollinator activity.
• It is generally deer and rabbit resistant.
• Echeveria ‘Black Prince’ fits especially well into succulent, Mediterranean, and modern garden designs, where its color can be used to create contrast and define space.
• It pairs well with plants like Aeonium ‘Sunburst’ for bright variegated contrast, Sedum ‘De Oro’ to introduce a warm, low growing layer, and Graptoveria ‘Debbie’ to soften the palette with complementary pastel tones.
• Expert Tip:
• I like using this as a contrast piece in smaller pockets of a planting. That dark color really stands out when you place it next to lighter succulents, and repeating it a few times helps create a more cohesive, intentional look.
• — Nick from Rooted Theory

PLEASE NOTE, ON ALL CACTI AND SUCCULENTS:  WHEN SELECTING DESIRED SIZE, 6" POTS ARE THE SAME SIZE AS 1 GALLON.  ONE GALLON POTS SIMPLY CONTAIN MORE SOIL.  NOTE THAT WHEN EITHER SIZE IS ORDERED, WE MAY SEND OUT YOUR PLANTS IN EITHER THE SHORT OR TALL CONTAINER.