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Sempervivum 'Rubikon'
Also Known As
- Rubikon Hen and Chicks
Plant type
cactus / succulent, groundcover
size
- H: 2"-6"
- W: 4"-8"
planting zones
- 6a-10b
Sempervivum 'Rubikon' plant details
Sempervivum 'Rubikon' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with burgundy and red foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum 'Rubikon'
- Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
- Plant family: crassulaceae
- Foliage: evergreen burgundy and red
- Mature size: 4 IN - 8 IN - wide, 2 IN - 6 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 'Rubikon'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Sempervivum 'Rubikon' plant
How to Grow Sempervivum 'Rubikon'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- red
- burgundy
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 2"-3"
Width: 3"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 3"
Width: 6"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 2"-3"
Width: 4"-6"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 2"-4"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 1"-3"
Width: 2"-18"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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