Aeonium 'Milky White' is a small, beautifully colored plant also sold as Aeonium 'Milk White', Aeonium 'Halloween Milky White', Aeonium 'Halloween Cream', and Aeonium 'Halloween White'.
Scientific Name
Aeonium 'Milky White'
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sempervivoideae
Tribe: Aeonieae
Genus: Aeonium
Origin
The origin and parentage of Aeonium 'Milky White' is uncertain. It is thought to be a variegated form of Aeonium 'Madeira Rose'.
Description
Aeonium 'Milky White' is a stunning succulent shrublet with short branches that terminate in a rosette of variegated leaves. The colors of the leaves change depending on the season. In winter, they are light green with a creamy-white outer portion, while in summer, they turn green with a pale yellow outer portion and red hues on the outer leaves.
Flowering has not been observed to date.
How to Grow and Care for Aeonium 'Milky White'
Light: Aeonium 'Milky White' thrives in full sun to partial shade, but in summer, light shade may be necessary, especially during the hotter afternoon hours. When growing indoors, ensure it receives as much bright indirect light as possible to prevent the plant from becoming leggy and stretched.
Soil: Unlike most succulents, this plant requires a sandy loam or regular potting soil amended with perlite. Avoid placing it in premade soil mixes designed for succulents since it needs more moisture than they typically provide.
Temperature: Aeonium 'Milky White' does not like hot or dry weather, so it may go dormant in summer. It grows best in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 10a to 11b, with average minimum winter temperatures ranging from 30 to 50 °F (-1.1 to 10 °C).
Watering: Water the plant thoroughly in spring and fall, allowing the soil to dry before watering again. During the winter, water it more sparingly. Although this plant requires more water than most succulents, too much moisture can lead to root rot. Stop watering except in arid conditions during its summer dormancy.
Fertilizing: Apply a water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half the recommended strength during the growing season to stimulate growth and improve the plant's appearance.
Repotting: If growing Aeonium 'Milky White' in a container, repot it every two to three years during the spring. Choose a container with drainage holes to prevent root rot.
Propagation: This plant is easy to propagate by stem cuttings. Take cuttings during the growing season and allow the cut end to dry for several days before planting.
Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Aeonium.
Toxicity of Aeonium 'Milky White'
Aeonium 'Milky White' is considered non-toxic, so growing around children and pets is safe.
Links
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