Are you on the hunt for a unique and eye-catching plant to add to your collection? Look no further than Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop', a beautiful variety of Aeonium arboreum. 

Also known as the Black rose succulent, black rose aeonium, or tree aeonium and has rosettes of waxy leaves that almost look like a black flower. This striking plant displays yellow blooms in the spring, making it a true showstopper in any garden.  

With minimal water and full sun exposure requirements, this perennial is perfect for those looking for a low-maintenance addition to their garden or indoor space.  

Being a winter-growing plant, the Aeonium arboreum enters a state of dormancy during the scorching hot summer; during this time, the older leaves simply curl towards their points of growth rather than falling off entirely, giving the appearance of a black rosebud that is about to bloom. It's like a little garden masterpiece! 

Hailing from the Canary Islands and reaching 3 - 4 feet in height, and 2 feet in diameter at maturity, the stunning black rose is sure to make a statement wherever it's planted.  

Watering Needs 

The black rose succulent can easily go a month or more without water. If they don't get enough water the stems will start to show signs of discoloration, then start to shrivel up due to lack of water.  If you notice this and then give them water again; the stems will swell up again as your aeonium black rose starts to absorb water into its stems. 

You should water your black rose Aeonium, moderately in the growing period and sparingly in summer during its dormant phase.  Overwatering your black rose can cause the leaves to drop off, so be careful to never water them unless the soil is dry to at least a two-inch depth.

Light Requirements 

The black rose aeonium likes a lot of sun, but it prefers to grow in areas with some partial shade during hot summer days.

If your Aeonium'Zwartkop' is exposed to too much direct sunlight, and it is not used to it, then there is a chance that the leaves might get damaged.  It's critical to remember that during a heatwave or periods of extreme heat, your black rose succulent can get sunburned. You can protect the plant in this situation by moving it indoors or to a shaded area.

Optimal Soil & Fertilizer Needs 

It's crucial to remain cautious when picking the ideal soil for your adorable black rose succulent. This is due to the fact that excessive soil moisture may be the main factor in the early demise of the majority of succulents.  

The Aeonium black rose, like many other succulents, should not be exposed to excessive moisture because it can lead to stem and root rot. So, Planet Desert has a specialized succulent potting mix that includes an organic substrate with mycorrhizae to help with the growth of a healthy root system and help your succulents thrive.  

Remember that less is more when it comes to fertilizing. A small amount of fertilizer once a year in spring will do wonders for your plant's health and growth. Using a natural fertilizer ensures that other beneficial compounds and microbes are added to the soil, without the use of harsh chemicals. Show your succulent some love with awesome natural fertilizer and watch it thrive.  

Hardiness Zones & More 

Typically grown in hot, arid desert regions, the Aeonium black rose thrives indoors in warm, dry surroundings. If you live in USDA regions 9 to 12, you can also grow these succulents outdoors year-round, but they are not cold- or frost-tolerant, so you should plant them indoors or put them in a pot and move them indoors during the winter if you live outside of these regions.  

Keep your Aeonium arboreum away from cold, drafty windows and air vents if you are growing them indoors in a cold climate. 

Be sure to add the ‘Aeonium arboreum ‘Zwartkop’ - Black rose succulent’ to your collection today and elevate the beauty of your home or garden, with this stunning-looking plant. 

Bloom Season	Late winterspring
Bloom Season	Spring to summer
Botanical Name	Aeonium atropurpureum
Common Name	Black rose, royal pinwheel, purple rose, black tree aeonium, purple rose tree, houseleek tree
Dormancy	Summer
Family	Crassulaceae
Flower Color	Yellow
Genus	Aeonium
Growth Habit	Branched
Growth Habit	Branched, upright, rosette
Hardiness Zone	9 11 (USDA)
Mature Size	3 5 ft. tall
Mature Size	3 5 ft. tall, 3 ft. wide
Mature Size	3 feet
Native Area	Canary Islands
Native Area	Canary Islands, Africa
Native Area	Garden origin (nursery produced cultivar)
Plant Type	Shrubs
Plant Type	Shrubs, Cactus
Propagation	By stem
Propagation	By stem, leaf cuttings
Resistance	2°c
Resistance	Drought tolerant
Resistance	Drought tolerant, deer resistant, frost tolerant
Soil PH	6.5
Soil PH	6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type	Succulents potting mix soil
Special Features	Easy to maintain
Sun Exposure	Full sun
Sun Exposure	Full sun, Partial shade
Toxicity	Safe for humans
Toxicity	Safe for humans, friendly to dogs, friendly to cats
Watering Needs	Moderate