Sempervivum arachnoideum 'Robin'
Also Known As
- Sempervivum arachnoides 'Robin'
- Robin Hen and Chicks
Plant type
cactus / succulent, groundcover
size
- H: 2"
- W: 4"
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Sempervivum arachnoideum 'Robin' plant details
Sempervivum arachnoideum 'Robin' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum arachnoideum 'Robin'
- Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
- Plant family: crassulaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 IN wide, 2 IN tall
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-lived, rock garden, roof garden, rosette-forming
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sempervivum arachnoideum 'Robin'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Sempervivum arachnoideum 'Robin' plant
How to Grow Sempervivum arachnoideum 'Robin'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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See other plant types of Sempervivum for your garden
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 1"-4"
Width: 5"-10"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 1"-2"
Width: 2"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Hens and Chicks
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
4b-9b
Size
Height: 2"-4"
Width: 3"-18"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 1"-3"
Width: 1"-6"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Sempervivum arachnoideum 'Cobweb', Sempervivum arachnoideum 'Cobwebs', Cobweb Hens & Chicks, Cobweb Houseleek
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 3"-4"
Width: 4"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - low
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