- Botanical name: Aeonium x domesticum 'Variegatum'
- Common name: Aeonium
- Family: Crassulaceae
- Plant Type: Cactus or succulent, Conservatory, Houseplant, Perennial, Evergreen
Yellow
Variegation
- Key features:
- Dramatic foliage
- Low maintenance plant
Aeoniums are fleshy, architectural plants native to Madeira, the Canary Islands and North Africa. They make excellent summer bedding plants, and look particularly good in terracotta pots.
As the name suggests, Aeonium x domesticum ‘Variegatum’ has succulent leaves that have a streaky, variegated patterning of green and cream. Aeonium x domesticum ‘Variegatum’ won’t survive a frost, so can be grown outdoors in summer, then overwintered in a bright, frost-free spot. It can also be grown as a houseplant.
For best results grow Aeonium x domesticum ‘Variegatum’ in well-drained soil or containers in a sunny, sheltered position. Water plants sparingly.
How to grow Aeonium 'Variegatum'
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Plant size
30cm height
30cm spread
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Aspect
South facing, east facing, west facing
- Sun exposure: Dappled shade, full sun
- Hardiness: Tender
- Soil type: Well drained / light / sandy
Plant calendar
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Plant does flower in June |
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Plant does flower in July |
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Plant does flower in August |
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Plant does not flower in December |
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Do Take cuttings in April |
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Do Take cuttings in May |
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Do Take cuttings in June |
J
Do Take cuttings in July |
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Do Take cuttings in August |
S
Do not Take cuttings in September |
O
Do not Take cuttings in October |
N
Do not Take cuttings in November |
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Do not Take cuttings in December |
Aeonium 'Variegatum' and wildlife
Aeonium 'Variegatum' has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Aeonium 'Variegatum' poisonous?
Aeonium 'Variegatum' has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to Birds
No reported toxicity to Cats
No reported toxicity to Dogs
No reported toxicity to Horses
No reported toxicity to Livestock
No reported toxicity to People
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