Aeonium arboreum – Tree Aeonium

• Feature Tree
• Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots
• Shrubs

Aeonium arboreum – Tree Aeonium works in an:

• Contemporary / Architectural Garden – striking forms for bold design statements.
• Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
• Mediterranean Style Garden – timeless courtyard look with stone, pots, and bold greenery.

Aeonium arboreum – Tree Aeonium is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height: 1m to 2m

Mature Width: 1m to 2m

Aeonium arboreum – Tree Aeonium is expected to grow 20cm to 40cm per year under suitable conditions.

Aeonium arboreum – Tree Aeonium is expected to grow 20cm to 40cm per year under suitable conditions.

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate

Is Aeonium arboreum – Tree Aeonium frost tolerant?

Aeonium arboreum – Tree Aeonium is Frost Sensitive – May suffer damage from frost, best in frost-free or protected spots.

Aeonium arboreum produces large conical clusters of bright yellow star-shaped flowers during late winter and spring on mature plants. The blooms rise above the rosettes, creating a striking seasonal display that contrasts beautifully against the fleshy evergreen foliage.

Does Aeonium arboreum – Tree Aeonium flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Spring

Flower Type:

• Not Applicable

Flower Colour:

Yellow

No

Aeonium arboreum – Tree Aeonium is Native to Canary Islands and North Africa, where it naturally grows in rocky and coastal environments.

Its seasonal flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinators during the flowering period, supporting biodiversity within coastal, succulent and Mediterranean-style gardens. The dense rosettes also provide sheltered microhabitats for beneficial insects.

Aeonium arboreum – Tree Aeonium will thrive best in:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Aeonium arboreum performs best in free-draining sandy or loam soils with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. It will also tolerate poorer soils provided drainage remains excellent. Avoid heavy clay or persistently wet conditions, as excess moisture can lead to root and stem problems. Allow the soil to dry between watering once established to maintain healthy growth and foliage quality.

Is Aeonium arboreum – Tree Aeonium Drought tolerant?

As a young plant it benefits from occasional watering to establish a healthy root system, particularly during extended dry periods. Once established, Aeonium arboreum shows excellent drought tolerance and performs reliably through prolonged dry conditions with minimal supplementary watering.