How To Grow a Aeonium ‘Mardi Gras’ - Useful Tips

Hello and welcome to Brainy Gardener! In this video I'm going to show you how to grow an Aeonium 'Mardi Gras'. This is a great plant for beginners and I'm going to give you some tips on how to take care of it. So make sure you stick around until the end so that you can get started with your own garden. ********************* RESOURCES & LINKS: ********************* How To Grow a Aeonium ‘Mardi Gras’ - Useful Tips https://brainygardener.com/aeonium-mardi-g... ********************* Video Timestamps ********************* 0:00 - Introduction 1:13 - Light and Location 1:42 - Watering 2:17 - Temperature 2:30 - Humidity 2:52 - Fertilization 3:25 - Propagation 4:38 - Potting and Repotting 5:45 - Toxicity and Common Pests ********************* Summary Aeonium ‘Mardi Gras’ is named after the international festival Mardi Gras because of its intense coloration. This plant is relatively straightforward to grow and looks gorgeous to boot. It is an evergreen succulent with a rainbow of color adorning its broad leaves. The rich mix of yellow, red, and pink variegation alongside the natural green color of the leaves makes for a spectacular display. 1. Light and Location Aeonium ‘Mardi Gras’ prefers full sun but can tolerate some partial shade occasionally. Aeoniums are adaptable and resilient plants that can survive in various sunlight levels. These plants will still grow even if not provided with the best light conditions. However, bright light brings out the vibrant coloration of this plant. When kept as potted plants, they don't require much space, but when planted, it's usually best to spread out the space. 2. Watering These plants require more water than other succulents but not as much as non-succulent plants. Aeoniums do not like having their roots sitting in water, so make sure to drain excess water after watering thoroughly. 3. Temperature The ideal temperature range for Aeonium ‘Mardi Gras’ is 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. It is a cold-sensitive plant that prefers warm temperatures and moderate humidity. 4. Humidity The preferred humidity range for this plant is around 40 to 60 percent. These plants will fail to thrive in high humidity. In addition, they also dislike low humidity and may drop their leaves if they become too dry. 5. Fertilization Aeoniums like balanced fertilizer (10-10-10). You can buy it straight from the store. Fertilize in spring or fall with a well-balanced liquid fertilizer. Don’t fertilize your Aeonium during the summer dormancy period and if you do, you may find that it doesn’t recover. 6. Propagation There are two main ways to propagate Aeonium ‘Mardi Gras’; stem and leaf cuttings. To Propagate by stem cuttings, choose a healthy stem with a healthy rosette. Trim the tip of the cutting and remove any leaves that are damaged. Make a clean cut near the base of the stem. Wait a couple of days for the cutting to callus over. Dip the end of the cutting in rooting hormone powder to promote faster growth. Place the cutting in moist soil, cover with plastic, and place in indirect light. Keep moist until roots form. 7. Potting and Repotting You should repot Aeonium ‘Mardi Gras’ plant when you notice that its roots have filled out the pot or are peeking through the container. This usually happens every 2 to 3 years, so that’s the recommended wait time between repotting. When repotting first prepare the potting soil. Use a standard succulent/cactus mix soil. Mix in some perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Have enough potting medium on hand that you can fill the pot to the brim comfortably. 8. Toxicity and Common Pests Aeonium ‘Mardi Gras’ is mildly toxic to humans, cats, and dogs. If you have pets, keep them away from the plant, especially after pruning. Aeoniums are not generally prone to pests. However, a few pests might become a nuisance if certain conditions are met. Aeonium ‘Mardi Gras’ is susceptible to aphids, mealybugs, and scales as they are the most common visitors. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thanks for watching (and reading!). If you've found this video to be useful, please give it a thumbs up or leave a comment below. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ► Subscribe to Brainy Gardener: https://bit.ly/3EsWsiE ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ► Our Website: https://brainygardener.com Get tips, ideas and inspiration to help make your home greener