Aeonium percarneum 'Kiwi'

Aeonium percarneum 'Kiwi' 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!

Aeonium percarneum 'Kiwi' 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 percarneum 'Kiwi' 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 🏡.

Aeonium percarneum 'Kiwi' 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.

Aeonium percarneum 'Kiwi' 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 percarneum 'Kiwi' 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!

Aeonium percarneum 'Kiwi' 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!

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

Aeonium percarneum 'Kiwi' is native to Macronesia, and East Africa to Yemen.

Yes, you may see your Aeonium percarneum 'Kiwi' bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

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

USDA Hardiness Zone
Aeonium percarneum 'Kiwi' can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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

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.

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Aeonium percarneum 'Kiwi'. 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!