Latin Name: Aeonium Aboreum ‘Velour’.
Common Name: Aeonium ‘Velour’.
Native to: North Africa. Canary Islands. Madeira.
Hardiness: Frost tender.
Growth: Perennial succulent shrub. Branching. Soft textured rosettes are produced at the end of tall stems made up from glossy spoon shape to rounded leaves dark purple to red on the outer and bright green in the centre. Bright yellow flowers. Drought tolerant. May go dormant in Summer.
Sunlight: Full sun/partial shade.
Exposure: Sheltered.
Soil: Well drained

Moisture: Water deeply about once a week in summer. Allow soil to dry between waterings. Sparingly in winter.

Feeding: Feed every 2-3 weeks when in growth with a balanced liquid feed.