Aeonium Starburst (Lemon & Lime)

A revision on ‘Aeonium Sunburst’ Starburst is a beautiful large Aeonium growing up to 50cm in diameter (10cm larger than Sunburst). More ‘lime’ than ‘lemon’ it provides a nice contrast in a potted Aeonium arrangement. The leaves are mostly dark green with ‘lemon’ coloured stripes through the centre of the leaf. No two plants look … Read more

Kalanchoe Beharensis (Oak Leaf)

The texture of this plant is its main feature, with many succulents displaying more of a ‘shiny’ appearance it creates a great contrast in any large garden bed. It has hairy felt like leaves that are soft to the touch. The leaf colour changes dramatically as it grows, from grey/blue shades in its growth season (winter) … Read more

Senecio ‘Elk Antlers’

Elk Antlers is one of the more ‘tidy’ looking low growing Senecio shrubs. Although it can grow up to 90cm in height, it generally maintains a more ‘compact’ appearance without the drooping that Senecio Vitalis can display. It is generally pest free, but a little more slow growing then other common Senecio varieties. This succulent … Read more

Senecio Vitalis (Narrow-Leaf Chalksticks)

Grown usually as a ‘filler’ this particular Senecio is great as a low growing shrub. A lot of collectors will grow this plant as it has a habit of ‘cresting’ quite easily (this is caused by a deformity when the plant is actively growing). The crested version of this plant is sold as ‘mermaid’s tail’ … Read more

Pachyveria Powder Puff

Also known as Pachyveria ‘Exotica’, Powder Puff is as its name suggests very ‘powdery.’ It has quite a lot of farina coating (epicuticular wax) which can get smudged quite easily. Handle this little succulent with great care when repotting as once the farina is rubbed off it will not come back. You will then have … Read more

Graptoveria Douglas Huth

Another really common Graptoveria as it is so easily propagated from leaf or stem cuttings. Douglas Huth can change colour throughout the seasons and sun conditions dramatically. If placed in less sun (less than 4 hours direct sun) its leaves can turn more of a grey/blue, compared to when it is placed in direct sunlight … Read more