An impressive succulent with spoon shaped rich purple leaves and bright yellow flowers. Max Height 1.5m. Max Spread 1.2m. Flowers April to May. Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Aeonium arboreum ‘Zwartkop’
An impressive succulent with spoon shaped rich purple leaves and bright yellow flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Aeonium |
|---|---|
| Species | arboreum |
| Varietry | 'Zwartkop' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.5m |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Spread | 1.2m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming, Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | purple |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Keep dry when dormant |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs, Aphids |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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