Aeonium arboreum 'Bronze Teacup' - The Striking Succulent

The Bronze Teacup: A Striking Succulent for Your Collection

Aeonium 'Bronze Teacup' is a captivating succulent that will add a touch of drama and elegance to your plant collection. This eye-catching cultivar is prized for its unique bronze-red rosettes and easy-care nature.

Distinctive Features

• Rosettes: Forms beautiful rosettes of fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves with a striking bronze-red colour. The rosettes can grow up to 15cm (6 inches) in diameter.
• Flowers: In mature plants, tall flower stalks emerge from the centre of the rosettes, bearing clusters of small, star-shaped, yellow flowers.
• Growth Habit: This Aeonium has a branching growth habit, forming a compact, upright shrub over time. It typically reaches a height of 30-45cm (12-18 inches).

Care Tips

• Light: Aeonium 'Bronze Teacup' thrives in bright, indirect light. It can tolerate some direct sunlight, especially during the cooler months, but intense afternoon sun can scorch the leaves.
• Water: Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. These succulents are drought-tolerant and can store water in their leaves, so it's important to avoid overwatering.
• Soil: Use a well-draining succulent or cactus potting mix. You can also add perlite or pumice to improve drainage.
• Temperature: This Aeonium prefers warm temperatures between 18-24°C (65-75°F). It can tolerate cooler temperatures, but avoid exposing it to frost.
• Fertiliser: Use a diluted succulent fertiliser once a month during the growing season (spring and summer).
• Propagation: Aeonium 'Bronze Teacup' can be easily propagated through stem cuttings. Simply take a cutting, allow it to callus over, and then plant it in well-draining soil.

Additional Notes

• Aeonium 'Bronze Teacup' is relatively easy to care for, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
• This succulent is a stunning addition to any indoor or outdoor space, adding a touch of colour and texture to rock gardens, container gardens, or even as a standalone specimen.
• With its unique bronze-red rosettes and easy-going nature, Aeonium 'Bronze Teacup' is sure to become a favourite in your plant collection.