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Aeonium 'Blushing Beauty'

Also Known As

  • Aeonium f. cristata 'Blushing Beauty'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Aeonium 'Blushing Beauty' plant details

Aeonium 'Blushing Beauty' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with bronze and green foliage. In winter yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aeonium 'Blushing Beauty'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in winter
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, winter interest, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aeonium 'Blushing Beauty'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Jack Catlin Hybrid. (A. canariense X A.arboreum 'Zwartkop) Beautiful rosettes of soft olive green leaves tinged with amber bronze on sturdy branched stems, growing 1' to 2' tall. Coloring holds up well even during summer heat. Bright yellow blossoms in winter and early spring. Plants want more shade in hot summer areas. Well-drained soil is a must and plants are cold hardy to 25° F.
Cultivar. Bright Light to Shade. Usually none. Indoor. part shade.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Gardening facts about Aeonium 'Blushing Beauty' plant

How to Grow Aeonium 'Blushing Beauty'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

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

    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • bronze
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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