Overview
Aeonium arboreum is a bushy cactus succulent in the genus Aeonium, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 1-1.5 metres tall and 1-1.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 5-10 years. Aeonium arboreum grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Aeonium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
Plant details
Aeonium arboreum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Cactus Succulent, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- 1-1.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 5-10 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Aeonium arboreum?
Aeonium arboreum prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Aeonium arboreum need?
Aeonium arboreum grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How big does Aeonium arboreum grow?
Aeonium arboreum reaches a height of 1-1.5 metres and a spread of 1-1.5 metres. It takes around 5-10 years to reach full size.
More in the Aeonium genus
- Aeonium arboreum var. arboreum
- Aeonium mascaense
- Aeonium urbicum
- Aeonium 'Black Cap'
- Aeonium 'Bronze Teacup'
- Aeonium 'Cornish Pixie'
- Aeonium 'Cornish Rose'
- Aeonium 'Ron Dale'
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