Aeonium 'Wheels of Asperation'
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| Management number | 250425052 | Release Date | 2026/09/17 | List Price | US$3.20 | Model Number | 250425052 | ||
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- Description
- Aeonium 'Wheels Of Asperation' Care Guide
- FAQ/Common Issues
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Aeonium 'Wheels of Asperation' is a rare succulent from the Aeonium genus, native to the Canary Islands. It carries the Mediterranean climate appeal of its volcanic island origins into homes and gardens worldwide.
It forms geometric rosettes with thick, paddle-shaped leaves arranged in perfect spirals. The leaves are pale green with burgundy tips and maintain their form whether grown indoors or outdoors. Mature rosettes typically reach 6-12 inches across and 8-15 inches tall.
During mature years, it produces tall flower spikes with clusters of star-shaped blooms. The plant flowers once per rosette lifetime, creating a dramatic display before that rosette completes its cycle.
It propagates easily through offsets that form around the base or from leaf cuttings. Allow cut surfaces to callus before planting in well-draining soil. Container growth works indoors and outdoors, and it adapts well to bright light conditions. Move it outside in summer, or keep it in mixed succulent arrangements year-round.
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Aeonium 'Wheels of Asperation' grows well in bright, indirect light indoors or partial sun outdoors.
Water it deeply every 7-10 days during the growing season, then reduce to every 2-3 weeks in winter.
Aeonium 'Wheels Of Asperation' does best in well-draining cactus mix with added perlite or pumice.
It prefers temperatures between 65-75°F and is frost-sensitive below 32°F.
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Aeonium 'Wheels Of Asperation' grows at a moderate pace and requires minimal fertilizer during spring.
It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11 and cannot tolerate frost below 32°F. It grows outdoors in Florida, California, Texas, Arizona, Hawaii, Louisiana, southern Georgia, coastal South Carolina, southern Nevada, coastal Oregon, southern Alabama, southern Mississippi, and parts of North Carolina. It also succeeds in protected microclimates within zone 8b areas of these states.
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Q: How often should I water Aeonium 'Wheels of Asperation'?
A: Allow the soil to dry completely between waterings. Wilting or soft, translucent leaves indicate overwatering, which causes root rot faster than underwatering.
Q: What kind of light setup works best indoors?
A: Aeonium 'Wheels of Asperation' performs well near a south or west-facing window in bright, indirect light. Direct sun can scorch the leaves, while insufficient light causes the rosette to stretch and lose its compact form.
Q: Can Aeonium 'Wheels Of Asperation' tolerate frost?
A: No. Temperatures below 32°F damage the plant, so in zones 8b and colder, grow it in containers and bring it indoors before winter arrives.
Q: Is it safe for pets?
A: Yes, Aeonium 'Wheels Of Asperation' is non-toxic to cats and dogs, though you should monitor pets and consult your veterinarian if ingestion occurs.
Q: How big does Aeonium 'Wheels Of Asperation' eventually get?
A: Mature rosettes typically reach 6-12 inches wide and 8-15 inches tall.
Q: Can I propagate from a single leaf cutting?
A: Yes. Aeonium 'Wheels Of Asperation' roots easily from leaf cuttings and offsets once the cut surface calluses over in a dry location for a few days.
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