Echeveria Topsy Turvy Care
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Description
succulent square leaves Echeveria topsy turvy cristataEcheveria Topsy Turvy Cristata is a rare and captivating crested form of the popular Echeveria runyonii topsy turvyTopsy Tupsy succulent, admired for its sculptural, wave like growth and silvery blue foliage. Unlike the standard rosette form, this cristata variety develops dramatic fan shaped crests that make it highly sought after by collectors and succulent enthusiasts who appreciate unusual and artistic plants. This succulent is known for its
Echeveria ‘Topsy Turvy’ Cristata is a rare and captivating crested form of the popular Echeveria runyonii topsy turvyTopsy Tupsy succulent, admired for its sculptural, wave-like growth and silvery-blue foliage. Unlike the standard rosette form, this cristata variety develops dramatic fan-shaped crests that make it highly sought after by collectors and succulent enthusiasts who appreciate unusual and artistic plants.
This succulent is known for its thick, spoon-shaped leaves that curl inward and upward, creating a distinctive twisted appearance.
In the crested form, the growth point fans out, forming ruffled, coral-like ridges rather than a single symmetrical rosette.
The leaves display a soft blue-green to silvery tone, often coated with a powdery farina that enhances their Learn more →Echeveria runyonii topsy turvy Soil cactus mix blend 1 gal 4 qt cacti succulent dirt compost growing mediawell-drained succulent soilpastel appearance
At maturity, Echeveria ‘Topsy Turvy’ Cristata typically grows 5 inches tall, but it can spread in a rosette of about 8 inches wide as the crested fans expand and branch.
Its size and sculptural shape make it ideal for decorative containers, succulent bowls, and statement planters.
Flowering of Crested Echeveria topsy turvy typically occurs in spring or summer, displaying slender flower stalks with small bell-shaped blooms that have orange or coral exteriors and yellow interiors when mature and healthy.
When it comes to care, Echeveria ‘Topsy Turvy’ Cristata prefers , and should be watered only when the soil is completely dry. During the growing season (spring and summer), water every 10–14 days with a thorough soak, reducing to every 3–4 weeks in fall and winter.
Indoors, it thrives in bright indirect light or 4–6 hours of gentle direct sunlight near a south- or west-facing window.
Outdoors, it grows best in USDA zones 9–11, where temperatures remain above freezing.
Fertilize lightly with an NPK fertilizer (about 5-10-5) once a year in spring, and avoid feeding during dormancy.
Final Thoughts
Overall, the Echeveria ‘Topsy Turvy’ Cristata is a striking, low-maintenance succulent that combines artistic form with easy care. It's rare, crested growth, soft blue foliage, and manageable size make it an exceptional addition to any succulent collection, whether displayed indoors in bright light or outdoors in warm climates.
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★★★★★ 4
Great shoes
Size: 10, Color: Grey, Size: 10, Color: Grey
I got 2 pairs of these specifically for a water rafting trip. The first pair was a little large, so I went down a half size ( and gave the larger pair to my son). They are comfortable, even for wide feet - although after a long day of use in the water, there was some chaffing on the outsides of my feet. It loosened up a bit across my wide foot, after getting wet.
These worked great! They have adjustable strap across the back, that pulls tight on the outside.
the laces are elastic and tighten by pulling and then pushing the stopper down onto the laces. They didn't slip (loosen) but, to get them tight, I had excessive amount of laces hanging out (had to tuck them into the tongue.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2024
★★★★★ 5
Exactly what I was looking for
Size: 9-9.5, Color: Black Denim Blue
Perfect for what I wanted in an active casual shoe. Love the tread, it's both grippy and durable but flexible, the fit, adjustability, easy to take on and off, perfect amount of cushion and stability. Can wear with or without socks comfortably.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Excellent value!
Size: 10.5, Color: Black
Very well Made. Just received these and was surprised at the quality of the materials and they way they look. Much higher quality than the oriental point. They are comfortable and fit very well. I ordered 10.5, nice room in the box. I have not worn them yet, first impressions are positive. I will update after wearing them for awhile. So far, very happy with the purchase! Black and orange color looks great!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Perfect fit
Size: 9-9.5, Color: Blue/Grey
I think these shoes are excellent.
I ordered a pair which arrived after 2 days.
Contrary to some reviews I do not find these water shoes a tight fit at all. And I have bunions. Indeed I find them very comfortable. I have used them in water and as advertised they drain dry pretty quickly.
In short I am delighted with the shoes. So much so that I ordered a second pair. Different colour of course.
They just arrived and I am wearing them now. Same size and just as comfortable.
Thank you.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2026
★★★★★ 1
One day of use, then it rubbed against my toes and caused cuts
Size: 9-9.5, Color: Black Denim Blue, Size: 9-9.5, Color: Black Denim Blue
I got these right before a trip to Costa Rica where we would be doing a lot of hiking, some tubing, and be in and out of water. They felt great when I first tried them on and I was optimistic.
Our first day, we hiked a total of about 5 miles in the forest and along a river, with some swimming in pools throughout the hike. These weren't difficult trails, but a mix of gravel, rock, dirt, etc. The shoes felt fantastic and were comfortable all day. Later that evening, after they had mostly dried out, we did another mile or so to some other pools and I had no problem. During that hike I was so happy I was actually talking to my kids about what great things I was going to say in a review.
The following day however, as soon as I put on the sandals, just walking to the hotel pool, the top of the shoe, just above my big toes, was bending and rubbing against my toes. It was very noticeable and I took them off and made sure there was no sand or anything else causing the irritation. I had no other choice that day and we ended up back on a similar trail, hiking a total of about 1.5 miles, with it rubbing against my toes the entire time.
I tried both tightening and loosening the shoes and changing my stride to step more flat footed so they wouldn't bend at the back of my step, but that didn't help. Neither did getting them wet again, hoping to soften something up. By the time we were half way through that hike, there were visible raw spots on top of both my big toes. By the time we were done, they had become sores and very painful.
The following day, we walked on the sidewalk to breakfast about three blocks away and it hurt bad enough that I found a store and bought a pair of flip-flops instead. I haven't worn the sandals since.
I can't tell exactly what's going on inside the shoe, but I think the leathery part of the shoe is pushing down at the natural break in the toe area when I step, and the mesh is rubbing.
Since I've worn them outside and been swimming in them, I can't return them, but they're basically useless after one good day.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2025