Aeonium Decorum

Aeonium Decorum

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Overview

The Aeonium decorum, a captivating succulent, reaches a modest 24 inches tall and wide. Its rosettes of fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves boast a green center with pink margins, intensifying under direct sun. This low-maintenance perennial prefers well-draining soil and thrives in USDA zones 9-11, making it ideal for xeriscaping and coastal gardens. With minimal water needs, it's perfect for water-wise landscapes or as an ornamental container specimen.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 9–10Climate Mediterranean

Aeonium Decorum — The Aeonium decorum, a captivating succulent, reaches a modest 24 inches tall and wide

Aeonium Decorum — spoon-shaped leaves boast a green center with pink margins

Aeonium Decorum — intensifying under direct sun

Aeonium Decorum — This low-maintenance perennial prefers well-draining soil and thrives in USDA zones 9-11

Aeonium Decorum — making it ideal for xeriscaping and coastal gardens

Aeonium Decorum — With minimal water needs, it's perfect for water-wise landscapes or as an ornamental container specimen

Aeonium Decorum — commonly referred to as Green Pinwheel

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Mature height: 1–2 Ft.
Mature width: 1–2 Ft.

Classification

Family: Crassulaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Aeonium Decorum — The Aeonium decorum, a captivating succulent, reaches a modest 24 inches tall and wide

Aeonium Decorum — spoon-shaped leaves boast a green center with pink margins

Aeonium Decorum — intensifying under direct sun

Aeonium Decorum — This low-maintenance perennial prefers well-draining soil and thrives in USDA zones 9-11

Aeonium Decorum — making it ideal for xeriscaping and coastal gardens

Aeonium Decorum — With minimal water needs, it's perfect for water-wise landscapes or as an ornamental container specimen

Aeonium Decorum — commonly referred to as Green Pinwheel

Aeonium Decorum — stands as a fascinating succulent that can add a bold architectural statement to your landscape design

Aeonium Decorum — Hailing from the Canary Islands

Aeonium Decorum — this perennial plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11

Aeonium Decorum — spatulate leaves which form striking rosettes at the ends of its branches

Aeonium Decorum — each rosette spanning up to 4 inches in diameter

Aeonium Decorum — The leaves boast a vibrant green hue with pinkish undertones

Aeonium Decorum — particularly when kissed by the sun

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