Suggested Uses

• Modern patio containers
• Bright indoor windowsills
• Rock and gravel gardens (frost-free)
• Xeriscape accents
• Mediterranean-style plantings
• Succulent bowls and centerpieces
• Roof decks and balcony gardens
• Living succulent arrangements

Plant Details

• Botanical NameSucculent- Aeonium Eucarie- Rare
• Common NameSucculent- Aeonium
• Size & Growth8–24 in tall; rosettes 6–12 in across; clumps 12–24 in wide. Winter-active, summer-dormant; forms offsets over time.
• Hardiness ZonesUSDA 9–11. Protect below ~35–40°F (1–4°C); grow in containers in cooler regions.
• Foliage TypeEvergreen succulent rosettes; fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves. Color varies with light/season from fresh green to deeper tones.
• Bloom TimeLate winter to spring. Conical clusters; blooming rosette is monocarpic (dies after flowering) but offsets persist.
• Growth RateSlow to moderate, faster in cool-season growth under bright light.
• Light RequirementsBright light to morning sun (4–6 hrs). Coastal full sun OK; provide afternoon shade inland. Indoors: brightest south/east window or grow lights.
• Attracts PollinatorsYes—flowers draw bees and beneficial insects.
• Indoor FriendlyYes, in bright light and a well-draining mix; rotate for even growth and prevent stretching.
• Container FriendlyExcellent in shallow, wide containers with drainage; pairs beautifully with other succulents.
• Deer ResistantGenerally deer-resistant, though hungry wildlife may sample tender growth.
• Pet WarningGenerally considered non-toxic; ingestion may cause mild stomach upset—best kept out of reach of pets.
• FragrantNo—grown for form and foliage rather than fragrance.
• Cut FlowerUncommon as cut flowers; rosettes are popular in succulent bouquets and can sometimes root after use.
• Grows Well WithGrows Well With Echeveria, Graptopetalum, Sedum, Crassula, Curio (Senecio), Kalanchoe, also thyme and lavender in shared conditions.

Tip: After a rosette blooms and fades, remove the spent stalk at the base. Offsets will fill the space.

Care Tips

• Planting InstructionsPlant at the same depth as the nursery pot; keep the rosette above soil level. Tease roots gently and space 10–12 in for airflow. Acclimate to increased sun over 7–10 days.
• Soil MoistureWater thoroughly, then allow the top 1–2 in of mix to dry. Water more in cool-season growth; very sparingly during summer dormancy. Avoid water pooling in the rosette.
• Soil TypeFast-draining cactus/succulent mix amended with 30–50% pumice, perlite, or grit; slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.
• HumidityLow to average household humidity. Ensure good airflow; do not mist foliage.
• Pruning InstructionsRemove dried lower leaves and spent flower stalks cleanly. Pinch tips in active growth to encourage branching (avoid heavy pruning in peak summer dormancy).
• Winter CareFrost-tender. Move indoors or protect when temperatures drop below 40°F (4°C). Provide brightest light and reduce watering between modest growth cycles.
• Planting DepthSet so the base of the rosette sits slightly above the soil line. For stem cuttings, allow to callus 3–5 days, then insert 0.5–1 in into dry mix and wait a week to water.
• FertilizationLight feeder. During active growth, apply a balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer at 1/4 strength monthly. Do not fertilize during summer dormancy.
• Special CareUnderstand summer dormancy: provide afternoon shade and minimal water. Rotate pots for even rosette form, avoid water in the crown, ensure drainage, and monitor for mealybugs/aphids.

Repot every 1–2 years in spring with fresh, gritty mix to maintain drainage and vigor.