Aeonium 'Chocolate Rose'
Aeonium 'Chocolate Rose' is a captivating succulent cultivar admired for its rich, chocolate-burgundy rosettes that deepen to near-black when grown in full sun. With its sculptural form and layered, rose-like arrangement of fleshy leaves, it adds drama and elegance to pots, succulent gardens, and drought-tolerant landscapes.
This branching succulent has a strong architectural habit, developing multiple upright stems that each bear large, symmetrical rosettes. While individual rosettes typically grow to 30–45 cm in height, the overall plant can exceed 1 m over time under ideal conditions. Its growth is more compact and less leggy than many larger Aeonium species, making it especially attractive for both container displays and in-ground planting where structure and contrast are desired.
The foliage features a striking gradient—from lime-green centres to velvety deep-maroon outer leaves—creating visual interest year-round. When grown in high light, especially in Australian summer sun, the darker pigmentation intensifies, giving the plant its characteristic chocolate tone.
Though flowering is not its main feature, Aeonium 'Chocolate Rose' can produce cheerful sprays of small, yellow, star-shaped blooms during spring or summer. These flowers arise from mature rosettes and are a sign of a healthy, established plant. After blooming, the flowering rosette will naturally die back, but surrounding offsets continue to thrive and expand.
Believed to be a hybrid involving Aeonium arboreum, the exact parentage of 'Chocolate Rose' remains unknown. Like most Aeoniums, it prefers well-drained soil and minimal watering, thriving in dry conditions and requiring protection from heavy frost. It's well suited to Australia's Mediterranean and temperate climates, especially in coastal areas or regions with mild winters.
Aeonium 'Chocolate Rose' plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants as those shown in images. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions.
All plants are shipped bare rooted unless otherwise stated. Orders are carefully packed and shipped via Express Post to NSW, VIC, QLD, SA and ACT. Orders are dispatched according to our weekly shipping schedule, available on our Shipping page, with tracking provided once your order has been lodged with Australia Post.
Succulents naturally change in colour, size and form throughout the year. Many develop richer colours and more compact growth during periods of seasonal stress, particularly through cooler months and brighter conditions, while warmer or lower-light conditions may produce greener, softer growth.
The plant you receive may therefore vary from the product images depending on the season, its stage of growth and current growing conditions. These natural variations are part of the character of living plants and do not affect their quality or health.
Pickup is available in Seville, Yarra Valley VIC by appointment. Order online as normal and any shipping charge will be automatically refunded after collection, unless you would prefer to receive an additional plant of similar value instead.
Important Plant Information
All plants are shipped bare rooted unless otherwise stated. This helps reduce shipping costs, improves plant safety during transit and allows plants to travel more reliably.
Plants are carefully packed for Express Post and may vary naturally in colour, size and form according to season, growth stage and growing conditions.
Please check the product description and images for information specific to the plant you are purchasing.
If you have any questions about your plant or order, please reach out to us. We’re always happy to help.