Aeonium 'Velour'
house leek tree
Native to Madeira, the Canary Islands and North Africa, ‘Velours’ has striking, dark purple leaves, which contrast beautifully...
1 litre pot
£22.99
available to order from late spring
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Plant description
Native to Madeira, the Canary Islands and North Africa, ‘Velours’ has striking, dark purple leaves, which contrast beautifully with its bright yellow flowers. Use this fleshy, architectural plant to add drama and exotic charm to your garden during the growing season as summer bedding or they look fabulous in terracotta pots!
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
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Plant features
Rate of growth
Slow growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Frost tender
How to care for Aeonium Velour:
Plants will need protection in winter so move them to a dry, frost-free spot. In summer, water sparingly as they are well adapted to dry conditions and will draw on water stored in their succulent leaves.
