Aeonium 'Red Sunny'
Aeonium ‘Red Sunny’ is a vibrant variegated cultivar of Aeonium arboreum cv. 'Red Sunny’, admired for its cheerful striping and striking architectural form. Its spoon-shaped leaves show a creamy-green centre with green margins that blush pink to red, particularly when grown in bright light. The colour contrast becomes more vivid under sun exposure, giving the plant a warm, sun-kissed effect that changes with the seasons.
This cultivar develops into a small, branching, tree-like succulent, with each stem ending in a dense rosette. Its bold variegation and compact growth make it an attractive feature in pots, mixed succulent arrangements, or as a focal point in the garden. Collectors value it for its distinctive colouration and reliable growth habit, which set it apart from other Aeonium arboreum varieties.
Caring for Aeonium ‘Red Sunny’ is straightforward. It thrives in bright light to full sun, where its red tones are at their most intense. In Australia, it performs best in frost-free areas with mild temperatures between 10–25 °C. Water moderately during the active growing season in winter and spring, then reduce watering in summer dormancy when the rosettes tighten. A free-draining succulent mix prevents waterlogging, and a light feed during the growing period can enhance colour and vigour.
As rosettes mature, tall conical clusters of star-shaped yellow flowers may appear in late winter to spring. After flowering, the individual rosette naturally dies back, but offsets continue to thrive, ensuring the plant renews itself season after season. With its painterly foliage and easy-care nature, Aeonium ‘Red Sunny’ is a rewarding choice for gardeners and collectors seeking colour and structure in their succulent displays.
Aeonium 'Red Sunny' 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.