Sempervivum 'Gay Jester'

Sempervivum 'Gay Jester' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with blue and red foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum 'Gay Jester'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent

Plant family: crassulaceae

Foliage: evergreen blue and red

Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall

Flowers: pink blooms in summer

Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-lived, rock garden, roof garden, rosette-forming, trough garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sempervivum 'Gay Jester'

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b

Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade

Watering frequency: regular - low

Resistant to: heat

Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained