Keeping a plant alive is tough, but thankfully, succulents exist.
Be it indoor, outdoor, or even in a window box, succulents will thrive. They’re durable, can be grown from cuttings, and there are plenty of varieties to choose from.
From burro’s tail to aloe vera, jade plant to cactus, it’s hard to pick a favourite. Now, a new trendy succulent is taking over, and it may just dethrone the rest.
Blush pink succulents will look stunning on any sunny windowsill and make for an eye-catching addition to your plant collection (or even a conversation starter).
These smooth and small plants come in many varieties. There are the ones with hard-to-pronounce names like Echeveria Laui, and then the ones with names that are as cute as their appearance, like Pink Moonstone and Pink Granite.
The top-tier blush succulent has got to be rubrotinctum aurora, which is also dubbed the Jelly Bean plant for its bean-like leaves. Whichever type you get your hands on, they’re sure to make a whimsical addition to your home or garden.
Though this succulent is stunning on its own, pair it up with the rest of your collection in a gorgeous garden display, or get creative with an easy DIY.
There are plenty of simple projects you can make using succulents, from a festive hanging wreath for the holidays to a hanging art frame for your interiors. Not only will they fit seamlessly into your house or garden, but if you’re embracing the Biophilic design trend this year, this is an easy way to incorporate more plants into your space.
Our favourite pink succulents to buy in Australia
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Sedum Pink Jelly Beans
$15.98, Succulents Online
Sedum ‘Pink Jelly Beans’ is a delightful little succulent that’s sure to brighten up any garden or balcony. With chubby, jelly bean-like leaves that turn a rosy pink in full sun or cooler weather, it brings a playful pop of colour and texture to any garden. This low-growing spreader is ideal for pots or tucking into mixed succulent displays.
Hot tip: Sedum ‘Pink Jelly Beans’ prefer bright, indirect sunlight to full sun. More sun helps the plant to grow and stay pinker.
02
Sedum Dragon’s Blood
from $9.95, Diggers
Sedum ‘Dragon’s Blood’ is a hardy, no-fuss ground cover that thrives where other plants might struggle. Its vibrant pink-tinged leaves deepen in colour with full sun, making it a striking choice in rockeries or roof gardens. Plus, it also helps suppress weeds naturally, making it both a beautiful and practical addition to your garden.
Hot tip: Leave this guy in full sun and let it do its thing. It’s the perfect low-maintenance plant.
03
Sedum ‘Vera Jameson’
from $9.95, Diggers
Perfect for sun-drenched spots, Sedum ‘Vera Jameson’ is a smokey purple-pink succulent that shifts to a deeper pink with full sun. With its pink star-shaped blooms that come out during late summer, it’s a hardy, eye-catching, and stylish option that needs little to no maintenance.
Hot tip: Always prune after flowering to keep the plant fresh all year round.
04
Echeveria Pink Frills succulent
$6.75, Australian Plants Online
Looking for something different to add to your collection? The Echeveria Pink Frills succulent features eye-catching rosettes in shimmering shades of silver-purple and icy pink. Its delicate frilled edges add a playful and almost festive touch to any garden.
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Echeveria Purple Pearl
$6.75, Australian Plants Online
Pearl leans into its bold, consistent purple hues with delicate pink highlights along the leaf edges. A striking variation on the classic favourite, making it a standout addition to any succulent collection. Great for rockeries, pots and indoor displays.
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