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Gardening With Ken – Aeonium. A stunning plant that looks to be made of metal.

by Ken C | Last Updated: 30/09/2021

Aeonium plants are native to the Canary Islands, Madeira and North Africa, and they make excellent low maintenance house plants.

I spotted these ‘almost metallic’ Aeonium interplanted with Sedum Autumn Joy, and don’t they look good!

Ken Crowther is an award winning broadcaster, author and member of the Chartered Institute of Horticulture. He has been gardening for over 50 years and his knowledge and experience are drawn on to provide advice and information about garden design, plants for all seasons, gardening techniques and gardening tips. Gardening with Ken's broad appeal means he reaches a wide audience across the UK from amateur gardeners to top level horticulturists.

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