height | 8–12in | |
width | 1–2ft | |
tolerates | Coast, Cool Summers, Drought, Deer , Fog, Salt, Wind | |
water needs |
Low | |
water info |
Aeoniums are from the Mediterranean, making them a care-free plant for Bay Area gardeners. This particular one does not like to go on the extreme dry side, especially in winter. Since it has a very tight crown it should not be watered from above, which can promote rot. Keeping it in an airy location will also help prevent crown rot. It is natural for Aeonium heads to shed lower leaves during Sumer, becoming smaller and more compact. Once winter rains come the heads expand, adding many new leaves. This summer stress is a wonderful seasonal change in the Mediterranean garden. |
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hardy to |
30F | |
exposure | Part Sun – Part Shade | |
indoor outdoor |
Outdoor | |
drainage | In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Sandy Soil | |
fertilizing | All Purpose, Low Needs | |
origin | Hybrid, Canary Islands | |
california native |
No | |
sunset zones |
16, 17, 20–24 |
Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.
Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.
Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.
Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams,
but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.
Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.