Aeonium arboreum
Tree Aeonium
Description
Parasol Aeonium is an upright succulent with rosette leaf clusters. It forms a mound and can be easily propagated by cuttings. Aeoniums are bold plants of great interest that are best suited for dry landscapes along the coast and coastal valleys of southern and central California where they thrive. In Phoenix, they are curiousity plants that are best suited for container or pot culture in high light indoor atrium and/or patio environments.
Plant Type
Succulent
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Seascape, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Specimen, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Irrigate in the early morning to minimize evaporation.