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Pinwheel Aeonium

Aeonium haworthii

A branching succulent forming numerous green rosettes with red-tipped leaves on woody stems.

The essentials at a glance

Watering

Every 7 days
Light

Full sun
Humidity

30–60 %
Temperature

10–27 °C

How to care for your Pinwheel Aeonium

Everything you need to keep your Pinwheel Aeonium healthy: watering, light, humidity, feeding, repotting and pruning.

Pinwheel Aeonium is a charming, branching succulent that forms compact, open rosettes of glaucous green leaves, often edged in red when sun-stressed. It grows on sturdy, woody stems, gradually forming a small shrub-like plant. Unlike many succulents, Aeoniums are winter growers and go dormant in summer heat. It's well-suited for containers, rockeries in frost-free areas, or as a striking houseplant in bright locations. Excellent drainage is crucial.

Watering your Pinwheel Aeonium

Every 7 days

Soak and dry thoroughly

How to know it needs water

Soil completely dry
Leaves slightly soft or curled

How much light a Pinwheel Aeonium needs

Full sun

Bright indirect to full sun

Direct sun tolerated: 4 to 8 h a day
Orientations that suit it: East, South-east, South, South-west, West

Humidity and misting

30–60 %

Low to moderate Avoid misting; prefer dry air to prevent fungal issues.

Feeding and fertiliser

Every 60 days

Fertilize during active growth (fall to spring), not during summer dormancy.

Recommended feed: Balanced liquid succulent fertilizer · 2-7-7

Repotting your Pinwheel Aeonium

Every 18 months

Repot into slightly larger pot with well-draining soil mix.

When: Fall/Winter
Potting mix: Cactus and succulent mix
Mix in: perlite, pumice, coarse sand

The tell-tale signs

Roots visible from drainage holes
Stunted growth

Pruning your Pinwheel Aeonium

To shape or propagate, usually late fall to early spring. Cut stems below a rosette; plant cuttings after callusing.

Through the year

Watering is not set once and for all: it follows the light and the growth. Allow 14 days between waterings in the depth of winter, against 6 in the growing season.

8 J
8 F
6 M
6 A
6 M
11 J
14 J
14 A
6 S
6 O
6 N
8 D

Active growth · Days between waterings

Good to know

Native to the Canary Islands, thriving in mild, coastal climates.
Rosettes often develop red margins when exposed to sufficient sunlight.

Frequently asked questions about the Pinwheel Aeonium

How do you care for a Pinwheel Aeonium?

Water it every 7 days. Give it full sun. Ideal humidity: 30–60 %. Ideal temperature: 10–27 °C. Soak and dry thoroughly

How often should you water a Pinwheel Aeonium?

Every 7 days Soak and dry thoroughly How to know it needs water : Soil completely dry ; Leaves slightly soft or curled.

How much light does a Pinwheel Aeonium need?

Full sun Bright indirect to full sun 4 to 8 h a day

Is the Pinwheel Aeonium toxic to cats and dogs?

No, the Pinwheel Aeonium is not listed as toxic to cats and dogs. That is still no reason to let your pets chew on it.

Why are my Pinwheel Aeonium leaves turning yellow?

Yellowing most often comes from too much water: the mix stays wet and the roots suffocate. Check that the pot drains, empty the saucer, and let the mix dry before watering again. Too little light or a cold draught cause the same symptom.

When should you repot a Pinwheel Aeonium?

Repot every 18 months, ideally in fall/winter. Repot into slightly larger pot with well-draining soil mix.