This big, bush-like succulent has vivid green rosettes that turn a red hue when exposed to direct sunlight. This plant is a monocarpic species, which means it will die after it blooms. When it does flower, you may notice yellow star-shaped blossoms.
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Care and Propagation Information
The Aeonium canariense “Giant Velvet Rose” grows well in outdoor, sunny spots and takes on a shrub-like shape as it matures. Its blossoms are attractive to hummingbirds.
Watering
Aeonium canariense “Giant Velvet Rose” should be watered with the “soak and dry” technique, meaning to let the soil dry out completely between waterings. It is important not to water it during its dormant summer months.
Where to Plant
If you live in a region that experiences temperatures colder than 20° F (-6.7° C), it is best to plant the “Giant Velvet Rose” succulent in a container that can be brought indoors. This plant thrives in areas with full to partial sun exposure.
Position a plant in a part of your garden that receives six hours of direct sunlight each day.
How to Propagate Aeonium canariense “Giant Velvet Rose”
“Giant Velvet Rose” Aeonium canariense can be propagated using stem cuttings, offsets, or planting seeds.
Cuttings
To propagate “Giant Velvet Rose” from cuttings, start by taking a sharp, sterile knife or pair of scissors to remove a stem from the main plant. Let the stem heal and dry out for a few days before burying it in a pot of damp, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist, but not saturated, and water it when it has dried out completely.
Offsets
The “Giant Velvet Rose” will create small shoots around the base that can be removed and allowed to dry for 1-2 days before being replanted.
Seeds
To ensure successful growth of Aeonium canariense from seed, maintain a warm temperature and use a grow light and seed warmer. Plant the seeds in a soil that drains well and water when the soil is dry. Germination may take up to several weeks, depending on the conditions of your growing space.
Care and Propagation Information
General Care for Aeonium canariense “Giant Velvet Rose”
Watering
Aeonium canariense “Giant Velvet Rose” should be watered with the “soak and dry” technique, meaning to let the soil dry out completely between waterings. It is important not to water it during its dormant summer months.
Where to Plant
If you live in a region that experiences temperatures colder than 20° F (-6.7° C), it is best to plant the “Giant Velvet Rose” succulent in a container that can be brought indoors. This plant thrives in areas with full to partial sun exposure.
Position a plant in a part of your garden that receives six hours of direct sunlight each day.
How to Propagate Aeonium canariense “Giant Velvet Rose”
“Giant Velvet Rose” Aeonium canariense can be propagated using stem cuttings, offsets, or planting seeds.
Cuttings
To propagate “Giant Velvet Rose” from cuttings, start by taking a sharp, sterile knife or pair of scissors to remove a stem from the main plant. Let the stem heal and dry out for a few days before burying it in a pot of damp, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist, but not saturated, and water it when it has dried out completely.
Offsets
The “Giant Velvet Rose” will create small shoots around the base that can be removed and allowed to dry for 1-2 days before being replanted.
Seeds
To ensure successful growth of Aeonium canariense from seed, maintain a warm temperature and use a grow light and seed warmer. Plant the seeds in a soil that drains well and water when the soil is dry. Germination may take up to several weeks, depending on the conditions of your growing space.
FAQ
How do you care for aeonium Canariense?
Aeoniums are hardy and thrive in sandy, well-drained soils with full sun exposure, but can tolerate light shade and poorer soils. They are drought-tolerant but require more frequent watering than other succulents due to their small, shallow root system.
Can you take cuttings of aeonium?
Aeoniums can be propagated easily through taking cuttings in the spring. Choose young, slim shoots for the best results – these will take root more quickly and be more vigorous than older, thicker stems. Cuttings should take root within a few weeks.
Can you propagate aeonium from a leaf?
It is not likely that a new Aeonium Arboreum plant will be produced from a single leaf. While some small roots may grow out, these usually wither away without producing a new plant. We have personally tried and failed to propagate any Aeonium species from leaves, so we believe that this is not a feasible method.
How do you propagate a giant velvet rose?
With proper care, the cutting should begin to root and grow in a few weeks.
To propagate a “Giant Velvet Rose” from cuttings, take a sterile, sharp knife or pair of scissors and cut a stem from the parent plant. Allow the cutting to dry and form a callous on its surface before planting it in well-draining soil. Water the cutting only when the soil is completely dry. With the right care and attention, the cutting should begin to sprout and develop roots in a few weeks.
Can you propagate aeonium from leaves?
It is unlikely that Aeonium Arboreum will be able to generate a brand new plant from a single leaf. While some roots may sprout from the leaf, these will likely wither and not result in a new plant. Our experience has been that leaf propagation is not possible with any species of Aeonium.