Last updated on August 25th, 2023 at 12:31 pm
Succulents with purple flowers are a beautiful addition to any garden, especially if you want to add color and variety without having to water them too often.
Succulents have been all the rage in recent years. They’re easy to care for, come in some of the most gorgeous colors, and are great at helping reduce indoor air pollution with their low-maintenance needs.
And now there’s another reason to love them: many succulents have purple flowers!
Succulents are plants that are known for their thick, fleshy leaves and stems, and they grow in environments with little or no rainfall. Popular succulents with purple flowers include Asparagus (Asparagus setaceus), and Easter Cactus (Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri).
If you’re looking to add some beautiful, low-maintenance succulents to your home or office, consider incorporating one of these 12 popular succulents with purple flowers into your decorating scheme.
Although there are many different succulents that have beautiful flowers, here are 12 of the most popular succulents with purple flowers.
Succulents with purple flowers
Delosperma Cooperi (Cooper’s Ice plant)
Delosperma cooperi, or Cooper’s Ice Plant, is native to Namibia and South Africa. This perennial plant is a sub-shrub that grows from a short underground rhizome. It has small blackish leaves and produces beautiful purplish-pink flowers during the spring months.
These ice plants are very easy to grow and can tolerate full sun all day long. They should be watered only when the soil feels dry on top. They also do well in low humidity environments as they love hot climates. It prefers full sun to partial shade.
The flower colors range from pinkish lavender to blue. Some of the species have white or cream-colored petals, while others have multi-colored petals. In general, the brighter the colors, the more heat-tolerant they will be.
Graptoveria Debbie
The Graptoveria Debbie (Graptopetalum paraguayense ‘Debbie’) is a very colorful, low-growing flower. It can thrive in almost any condition and enjoys a sunny window indoors. It makes an excellent gift for all plant lovers. For best results, use a cactus potting mix that has some added peat moss to retain moisture levels.
Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season to help it maintain its gorgeous purple color. To encourage blooming, water lightly three times per week while they are actively growing and reduce watering during the winter months when they are not actively growing.
In summer, mist them once or twice per day to keep their leaves from getting too dry. Keep the soil moist but not soggy wet by avoiding overwatering them.
Echeveria Purple Pearl
It is an evergreen perennial succulent that grows in clumps and has a deep purple flower. It was originally found in Mexico but is also grown as a houseplant in other countries.
This plant can grow to be anywhere from one to three feet tall (30-90 cm) depending on its variety and growing conditions. They can live up to fifty years if they are properly cared for. These plants are used as ground cover or ornamental plants around the world.
Some people use them as container plants because they are not usually very large when they are purchased. People have different opinions about whether or not these plants should be watered often; it depends on where you live.
If you live in a dry climate, it is best to water your succulents every week and then let them dry out between watering sessions. In more humid climates, this type of plant needs less frequent watering.
Echeveria elegans
The Echeveria elegans is a species of flowering plant in the Crassulaceae family that can be found in Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and El Salvador. It blooms from spring to autumn and comes in a few variations of yellow, blue, or purple hues.
Given an environment free from cold temperatures and ample sunlight, it will flower for long periods. Some would argue that it’s one of the most beautiful varieties due to its range of colors and how sturdy they are once established. In addition, the leaves are more soft and pliable than other varieties which makes them easier to maintain as well as transport if needed.
Echinocereus engelmannii (Engelmann’s Hedgehog Cactus)
Native to southern Arizona and northwest Mexico, Echinocereus engelmannii features striking spines. These cacti have purple flowers that bloom in late spring. Although some gardeners choose to grow them outdoors, they are also well-suited for indoor pots and containers.
Growing roughly two feet tall, these plants make excellent accent pieces or additions to a desert landscape garden. Because of their colorful blooms, people sometimes mistake this plant for an edible fruit! Remember: keep your fingers away from the spines on this one!
Despite its prickly appearance, it is actually quite slow-growing and easy to care for. If you’ve been looking for a great project to introduce kids to gardening, this is it!
The Engelmann’s Hedgehog Cactus makes an excellent beginner’s plant due to its low care requirements (requiring only occasional watering).
Calandrinia Grandiflora (Rock Purslane)
Calandrinia grandifloria, commonly known as Rock Purslane or just Purslane is a plant species in family Portulacaceae. It is a small annual herb, which was formerly classified in genus Portulaca. It is native to South Africa and can be found growing wild on rocky hillsides throughout Southern Africa from Spring through to early Autumn.
It grows from between 5 cm – 15 cm high and has pointed leaves. The pale lilac-colored flowers are clustered together at the top of the stem, giving the impression of a dense little head of flowers. The seed pods look like tiny green pea pods and when ripe, they pop open with seeds that are easily released by wind and water action.
As it thrives in poor soil conditions it makes an excellent companion for any garden bed that needs some nutrient enrichment or as an interesting addition to containers on patios or decks.
Sempervivum ‘Raspberry Ice’ (Hen and Chicks, Houseleek)
This pretty succulent has dark green rosettes and boasts raspberry-colored, bell-shaped flowers from spring to fall. This is a great beginner plant as it is extremely easy to grow in sunny window sills and in garden beds. It does best indoors in cooler climates (USDA hardiness zones 5-9).
Sempervivum thrives in soil that drains well and stays somewhat dry, but should be watered regularly enough so its roots never dry out completely. When you water your plants, allow the water to seep down into the root system before soaking again for an hour or two. You can also add gravel around the base of your pot to help provide good drainage.
Opuntia basilaris (prickly pear cactus)
One of the most common varieties of prickly pear cactus, Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia basilaris) has a long history as a decorative houseplant. With colorful spines and sturdy limbs, these cacti can be used to create unique arrangements in your home. A centerpiece full of Opuntia basilaris is sure to get noticed in any room!
But what makes it so special? Like all other types of Opuntia cacti, Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia basilaris) can grow an impressive array of colors. The coloration varies depending on sun exposure and seasonality, but they typically display shades of reds, oranges, purples, pinks, and whites.
If you’re looking for something bright and eye-catching that will bring light into any space then look no further than this beauty!
Sedum dasyphyllum (Corsican stonecrop)
Vivid dark red-purple blooms appear in summer. Height: Up to 3 feet (90 cm). Full sun to light shade. Water deeply and infrequently, letting the soil dry out between waterings. Hardiness: USDA Zones 8–10; it may survive some winters outdoors in Zones 7 and 9, but not reliably so in colder zones. Overwinter indoors as a houseplant.
The plant is an excellent container subject or outdoor groundcover for hot, dry locations. Flowering can be sporadic and stems often die back after flowering without producing new ones the following year. The related Sedum pachyphyllum is similar but has denser leaves that are less waxy looking than Sedum dasyphyllum. A more cold-hardy species is Sedum spurium.
Tradescantia Pallida (Purple Heart)
The Purple Heart is a perennial flowering plant and can be either an indoor or outdoor plant. The leaves are smooth and dark green while its heart-shaped flower is blue-purple in color.
This plant needs to be repotted every 2 years, although it tends to lose its lower leaves over time. To propagate, it should be taken outside in the full sun for at least 4 hours a day during summer so that it can produce more leaf shoots which you can then separate and replant.
It requires a lot of water, but do not overwater as this will cause root rot. When the weather becomes cold, it prefers being inside as temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit will cause them to die back.
Mammillaria Cacti (Powder Puff Cactus)
If you’re looking for a low-maintenance plant, you might want to give Mammillaria cacti a shot. These stemless and tuberous succulents come in a variety of colors and sizes, some even have purplish flowers. Plus, they require minimal sunlight.
When cared for properly, you can expect your cactus to last at least 5 years. However, if you want them to live longer, it is best not to water them too often. Most people choose not to water their plants more than once every three weeks.
The more air circulation around the cactus, the better it will grow as well. Cacti need a lot of light, so be sure that you put them in an area where they will get at least 4 hours of sunlight per day!
Echeveria Taurus
This echeveria, which is native to Mexico, has pale-lavender, rose-red, or deep pink-colored blooms that can even reach magenta in color. The flowers are somewhat small in size but appear abundantly during mid-summer.
Echeveria Taurus plants are drought tolerant and prefer full sun exposure and well-drained soil. This plant is propagated from cuttings and can become a perennial if placed in optimal conditions.
To propagate the succulent, remove a healthy leaf and let it callous over for at least two weeks before placing it in potting soil.
