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Sunburst Aeonium
Aeonium 'Sunburst'
Pronunciation: ee-OH-nee-um
SKU #06873
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Let soil go almost dry between waterings.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 2 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | Large rosettes of fleshy, variegated leaves on thick, bare stems. The green, yellow and creamy white foliage develops coppery red tips in full sun. Pale yellow flowers appear mid-winter to early spring on mature plants. Adds dramatic texture to rock gardens and dry borders. A frost-tender evergreen that thrives in sunny coastal climates. |
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| Bloom Time | Mid-winter to early spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Phormium (Phormium); Crassula (Crassula); Stonecrop (Sedum); Ice Plant (Delosperma); Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe); Aloe (Aloe) |
| Care Instructions | Provide lean, loose, well-drained, sandy soil. Thrives in full sun in cool coastal areas; protect from reflected heat and harsh afternoon sun in hot summer areas. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, tolerates drought, particularly in cooler regions. Avoid excess water during cooler months. |
Details
| Description | Large rosettes of fleshy, variegated leaves on thick, bare stems. The green, yellow and creamy white foliage develops coppery red tips in full sun. Pale yellow flowers appear mid-winter to early spring on mature plants. Adds dramatic texture to rock gardens and dry borders. A frost-tender evergreen that thrives in sunny coastal climates. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Mid-winter to early spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Phormium (Phormium); Crassula (Crassula); Stonecrop (Sedum); Ice Plant (Delosperma); Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe); Aloe (Aloe) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide lean, loose, well-drained, sandy soil. Thrives in full sun in cool coastal areas; protect from reflected heat and harsh afternoon sun in hot summer areas. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, tolerates drought, particularly in cooler regions. Avoid excess water during cooler months. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sunburst Aeonium produce flowers?
Mid-winter to early spring
Is Sunburst Aeonium evergreen or deciduous?
Sunburst Aeonium is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Sunburst Aeonium?
Sunburst Aeonium is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise.
Is Sunburst Aeonium resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure
How fast does Sunburst Aeonium grow?
Sunburst Aeonium has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Sunburst Aeonium in my landscape?
Sunburst Aeonium is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Sunburst Aeonium flowers?
Sunburst Aeonium produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Sunburst Aeonium?
Sunburst Aeonium has Variegated foliage.
What plants grow well with Sunburst Aeonium?
Good companion plants for Sunburst Aeonium include: Phormium (Phormium); Crassula (Crassula); Stonecrop (Sedum); Ice Plant (Delosperma); Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe); Aloe (Aloe).
How do I care for Sunburst Aeonium?
Provide lean, loose, well-drained, sandy soil. Thrives in full sun in cool coastal areas; protect from reflected heat and harsh afternoon sun in hot summer areas. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, tolerates drought, particularly in cooler regions. Avoid excess water during cooler months.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.