Photo of Sempervivum heuffelii 'Bulgarien' foliage by Little Prince of Oregon

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Also Known As

  • Jovibarba heuffelii 'Bulgarian'
  • Jovibarba hirta 'Bulgaria'
  • Bulgarian Hens & Chicks

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

  • H: 8"
  • W: 8"

planting zones

  • 4a-10b

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Sempervivum heuffelii 'Bulgarien' plant details

Sempervivum heuffelii 'Bulgarien' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with burgundy and green foliage. In summer chartreuse flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum heuffelii 'Bulgarien'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy and green
Mature size: 8 IN wide, 8 IN tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-lived, rock garden, roof garden, rosette-forming, trough garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sempervivum heuffelii 'Bulgarien'

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Zn 4. Green rosettes with brown tips.
Adorable little succulent for the rock wall, outdoor container, hellstrip, or random little nooks and/or crannies....Sun to half shade in well-drained soil. Plenty hardy! USDA zone 4.

Gardening facts about Sempervivum heuffelii 'Bulgarien' plant

How to Grow Sempervivum heuffelii 'Bulgarien'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • burgundy
  • Flower Color

    • chartreuse
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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