Pot Size: 3.5"
Accepted Scientific Name: Aeonium ‘Pink Daisy’
Origin and Habitat
This cultivated variety of Aeonium ‘Pink Daisy’ originates from horticultural breeding focused on enhancing pink pigmentation and compact rosette structure. Its ancestral lineage is tied to Canary Island Aeonium species that naturally occur on volcanic ridges, coastal cliffs, and rocky terraces where winters are cool and moist, summers are dry, and soils drain rapidly through porous lava substrate. The environmental conditions of these native habitats—bright maritime light, mild temperatures, and steady airflow—influence the colouring and growth habits of cultivated hybrids such as ‘Pink Daisy,’ particularly their seasonal shifts in pigmentation.
Description
Aeonium ‘Pink Daisy’ forms layered, daisy-like rosettes with soft, pastel pink outer leaves blending into pale green or creamy centers. Plants typically reach 6–10 inches tall and 6–12 inches wide, developing a symmetrical, rounded form with smooth, spoon-shaped leaves. Pink tones deepen in cooler seasons or under bright light. Flowers, when produced, appear as branched clusters of small, yellow, star-shaped blooms, though flowering is uncommon in younger cultivated plants.
Cultivation
Zone: Suitable for Zones 9–11.
Temperature: Prefers 10–24°C; protect from temperatures below 2–4°C.
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate depending on seasonal temperatures.
Soil: Use a fast-draining medium enriched with pumice for aeration and to prevent water retention.
Watering: Water moderately during active growth; reduce significantly in summer dormancy or winter cold. Allow soil to dry between waterings.
Fertilizing: Feed with a diluted low-nitrogen fertilizer every 2–3 weeks during active growth only.
Light: Provide bright light to full sun for strongest pink colour; offer light shade in high heat. Indoors, supply high light to maintain compact form and colour.
Pests and Diseases: Monitor for mealybugs, aphids, and moisture-related root issues. Ensure drainage and airflow to prevent fungal problems.
Propagation
Propagation is achieved through cuttings of healthy rosettes or offsets. Permit all cut surfaces to callus before planting for reliable rooting.
