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Aichryson x aizoides var. domesticum 'Variegatum'

Also Known As

  • Aeonium domesticum 'Variegatum'
  • Aichryson x aizoides variegata
  • Youth And Old Age Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 9b-12

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Aichryson x aizoides var. domesticum 'Variegatum' plant details

Aichryson x aizoides var. domesticum 'Variegatum' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aichryson x aizoides var. domesticum 'Variegatum'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: compact, container plant, houseplant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aichryson x aizoides var. domesticum 'Variegatum'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Compact evergreen succulent with loosely held rosettes on short stems, the succulent green leaves variegated in creamy white to yellow. Bright yellow flowers appear in summer. To only 12" tall. Prefers well-drained and lean soil and, during the winter growing season, bright light and regular water. In summer, keep cool and shaded with occasional careful water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 9b; protect below 30 °F. Cheerful container plant.
Aeonium domesticum 'Variegatum' is a fleshy stemmed succulent with a mounding growth habit. Rosettes of fleshy leaves variegated green, yellow, and cream. Yellow flowers occasionally.

Gardening facts about Aichryson x aizoides var. domesticum 'Variegatum' plant

How to Grow Aichryson x aizoides var. domesticum 'Variegatum'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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