This Thanksgiving was like any other Thanksgiving, however, after stuffing our faces and spending countless hours digesting I was commissioned for a little plant advice. Near the window sat a sad aeonium sunburst surrounded by a kalanchoe tomentosa and what a rather leggy jade plant. It is not for neglect, but what appears to be a water management issue. I think I can bring this aeonium back from the brink. The challenge, a 30 day turn around. From today, Thanksgiving, until Christmas, I will nurture this winter grower and see if we can’t get her looking bright and beautiful again. Check back for my Christmas update!
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Update:
December 6, two weeks after rescue: Time for a fun update just two weeks from the beginning of this plant rescue. There has been a noticeable perk in the leaves as well as the little pup that was looking pretty sad. I also noticed another new little pup growing on the stem. I can’t say if it was there before or not, but however you shake it, I say this is a win.
December 21, one month after rescue: More beautiful new growth in the center with a nice tight rosette. A slight pink tinge around the leaves edges shows we are on the mend! What a forgiving aeonium!!
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