Aeonium arboreum 'Sunburst' is a striking succulent plant to use as a mass planting for big impact and bright color. The plant reaches 30 inches high and has platter-sized rosettes that can be 10 inches across.The color is light yellow with green variegation down the center of each leaf. With the right amount of sun, the rosettes blush with pink around the edges. The rosettes sit atop long curved half-inch thick stems of a neutral gray.Plant them together and the various sizes, rosette clusters, and single rosettes appear to be bursting. I will tell you what you will need to get your aeonium Sunburst growing like a riot in your yard.
The water needs of Aeonium are like most other drought-tolerant succulent plants.Utilize the ‘soak and dry’ method and ensure the soil completely dries out between watering.
This house plant loves full sun to partial shade. It grows indoors well as long as it gets sufficient light.When planting indoors, put the containers near a window or other location getting plenty of sunlight. At least 6 hours of daylight each day is recommended.
Feed this plant in its growing season using half-strength fertilizer every month.Avoid feeding it when the plant is dormant.
While the usual soil mix for cacti and succulents work well, this plant prefers a regular potting mix or sandy loam as it likes some moisture.
This succulent prefers temperatures between 40° – 100° degrees Fahrenheit (4° – 38° C). Hardiness zones 9 – 12 (USDA Zone).
