Aeonium 'Picasso'
Aeonium ‘Picasso’ is a striking variegated cultivar of Aeonium arboreum, admired for its painterly blend of colours and architectural form. Native to the Canary Islands, this cultivar has become a favourite among succulent enthusiasts, with Aeonium arboreum cv. Picasso standing out for its unusual variegation. Its spoon-shaped rosettes feature creamy white to lime-green streaks through the centre of each leaf, bordered by rich green and purple margins. When grown in strong light or under mild stress, the foliage takes on deeper tones, with purples and reds intensifying to create an almost hand-painted effect.
Like other arboreum types, ‘Picasso’ grows as a small, tree-like succulent with branching stems that carry clusters of rosettes, giving it an architectural presence in the garden or a pot. Its unique variegation is thought to have been developed in Asia from a non-variegated parent, making it a sought-after hybrid among collectors.
Caring for Aeonium ‘Picasso’ is straightforward. It thrives in bright light to full sun, where its colours are most vivid. In Australia, it performs best in frost-free regions, preferring mild conditions between 10–25 °C. During the active growing season, provide moderate water and reduce watering during summer dormancy. Propagation is simple from stem cuttings, allowing gardeners to expand their collection with ease.
As the rosettes mature, they may produce tall conical clusters of star-shaped, golden-yellow flowers in late winter to spring. After flowering, the individual rosette naturally dies back, but surrounding offsets continue to thrive. With its painterly colours, sculptural form, and relatively easy care, Aeonium ‘Picasso’ makes a rewarding and highly ornamental addition to any succulent collection.
Aeonium 'Picasso' 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.
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