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Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™'

Also known as

Aeonium hybrid ('Velour' x #13) 'Mardi Gras™"

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™'

Genus

Aeonium

Family

Crassulaceae

Order

Saxifragales

How to care for Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™'

💦 Water

How often to water your Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™'

Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
12

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' in your home

Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™': repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

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💦 Water Needs

Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' Water Frequency →

Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

💨 Humidity

Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' Humidity Needs →

🪴 Soil

Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' →

When and How to Successfully Repot Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' →

💩 Fertilizer

Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' →

❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' to go dormant in the summertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

🌎 Native Region

Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' is native to Macronesia, and East Africa to Yemen.

🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

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⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' grows in a rosette pattern, with leaves neatly arranged in a circle. New growth will emerge from the center.

How and When to Prune Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' →

🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™' →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Aeonium 'Mardi Gras™'. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!