Aeonium 'Blushing Beauty'

Aeonium 'Blushing Beauty' is an award-winning hybrid succulent that brings a touch of elegance and colour to any garden or indoor collection. A recipient of the prestigious Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit, this stunning plant is renowned for its attractive, velvety foliage and seasonal colour changes. It was created by expert hybridiser Jack Catlin in California, USA, through the crossbreeding of Aeonium canariense and Aeonium 'Zwartkop'. This blend of parentage results in a medium-sized plant, growing up to 50 cm in height, forming dense, compact rosettes of spoon-shaped leaves.

For most of the year, Aeonium 'Blushing Beauty' displays soft green foliage, but as winter approaches, cooler temperatures trigger a transformation, with the leaves developing a blush of red and purple, especially in bright sunlight. This seasonal colour shift makes the plant a standout feature in any garden, particularly in the cooler months. The slight pubescence on the leaves gives them a soft, velvety texture, adding a tactile dimension to its visual appeal. Unlike many Aeoniums, which may become dormant in summer, 'Blushing Beauty' maintains its structure and gradually shifts its hues through the year, making it a dynamic addition to any succulent collection.

This versatile succulent thrives in a variety of environments, making it suitable for Australian gardens. It can be planted in the ground or grown in pots, and it prefers full sun to partial shade, with well-draining soil. Aeonium 'Blushing Beauty' is drought-tolerant, requiring minimal water, but care should be taken to protect it from frost in colder regions. For the best colour display, it’s advisable to expose the plant to cooler temperatures and bright light, which enhance the blush of its leaves.

In addition to its stunning foliage, Aeonium 'Blushing Beauty' produces tall, elegant inflorescences in spring and summer, showcasing clusters of small yellow flowers. These blooms add another layer of interest, attracting pollinators to your garden. As the plant matures, it may become greener overall, but this can be managed by “hard” growing—limiting water and ensuring full sun exposure—which encourages more vibrant colours. Its compact, dense rosettes make it an ideal choice for container gardening or as a striking focal point in mixed succulent arrangements.

Aeonium 'Blushing Beauty' is often compared to its sibling hybrid, Aeonium 'Velour', but tends to be smaller, greener, and more compact in shape. Its award-winning status speaks to its reliability and performance in a range of conditions, making it a popular choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Propagation is simple through stem cuttings or seeds, allowing this captivating succulent to be easily shared or expanded within your garden. Aeonium 'Blushing Beauty' is a delightful, low-maintenance plant that offers year-round interest, especially with its striking winter colour change. Whether displayed in containers or used to add texture and colour to a garden bed, this hybrid is a beautiful and reliable choice for Australian landscapes.

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