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Echeveria ‘Malgan Black Swan’

A striking collector’s Echeveria prized for its beautifully shaped rosette and dramatic colouring. Its thick, pointed leaves develop attractive shades of grey-green, mauve, deep purple and burgundy, with the colours becoming richer under bright light and cooler conditions. The powdery coating on the leaves gives the plant an elegant, almost frosted appearance.

Care: Grow in bright light with some morning sun for the best colour and compact growth. Plant in a very well-draining succulent mix and water thoroughly only once the soil has dried. Protect from prolonged heavy rain and extreme afternoon heat.

Interesting fact: The dramatic dark colouring can change considerably throughout the year, making every season slightly different.

A beautiful and unusual must-have for Echeveria and rare succulent collectors.

Ortegocactus macdougallii is a rare and unique species of cactus native to a small region in Oaxaca, Mexico. It is a small, globular cactus that usually grows as a solitary plant but can form small clusters over time. The body is dark green to gray-green with distinctive black spines and a slightly woolly crown. One of its most striking features is the chalky, bluish-grey coating on the skin, which helps protect it from intense sunlight. It produces bright yellow flowers in spring or early summer. Due to its limited natural habitat, it is considered a vulnerable species and is prized by cactus collectors.

Agave titanota ‘SAD’ is a striking and highly desirable collector’s Agave, admired for its bold architectural appearance, thick fleshy leaves, and impressive marginal teeth.

This distinctive selection develops a compact, powerful rosette with broad, rigid leaves and prominent, sharply pointed spines along the leaf margins. The contrasting leaf colour and dramatic teeth give the plant a rugged, sculptural appearance, making it a standout specimen in any specialist succulent collection.

With sufficient light and suitable growing conditions, the plant develops a strong, compact growth habit and increasingly impressive leaf structure as it matures.

Growing Conditions:

• Light: Bright light with morning sun. Gradually acclimatise to stronger sunlight.
• Water: Water thoroughly during active growth, allowing the soil to dry completely between waterings.
• Soil: Very well-draining, mineral-rich cactus and succulent mix.
• Growth: Slow-growing, forming a compact, symmetrical rosette.
• Propagation: Primarily through offsets, when produced, to maintain the selected characteristics.
• Care: Protect from prolonged excessive moisture, severe frost, and sudden exposure to intense sunlight.

**A spectacular collector’s Agave, prized for its powerful rosette formation, dramatic