The wonderful world of Surreal Succulents
Found all over the world, succulents are drought-tolerant plants with bold and architectural shapes. Growing in a fascinating array of sizes and colours they’re perfect for your home and garden
Succulents are incredibly easy to look after and need a free-draining soil mix. At the nursery, we use peat-free, multipurpose
These plants come in every colour of the rainbow. They’re perfect for a small garden, patio or even a windowsill where they will add colourful contemporary style. Intricate and unusual, there are specimens to fascinate everyone from the hardy spiralling Aloe polyphylla.
To the colourful and ornamental Aeonium ‘Mardi Gras’.
Going vertical
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You can use raised beds, planters and pots to create amazing succulent displays. Succulents are well adapted to thrive in small amounts of soil as they store water and
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While aeoniums often grow in winter, their optimal growth temperature is between 15-21°C. Lower temperatures slow their growth but won’t stop it. In extreme cold, protecting aeoniums in a greenhouse can be challenging. Consider trimming
Avoid placing aeoniums in a garage, dark room, or enclosed shed during winter. These environments can lead to accelerated leaf drop, leggy stems, and untidy growth by spring – if they survive at all. They also invite pests, leading to further damage. Instead, keep them in bright, cool conditions with adequate airflow for the best results.
When watering aeoniums in winter, you must stay vigilant to the weather. Lower temperatures and diminished light levels mean slower plant growth, reducing the need for watering and feeding.
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For more advice on winter care, visit the website