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Sempervivum 'Max Frei'

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

  • H: 1"-4"
  • W: 1"-4"

planting zones

  • 4a-10b

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Sempervivum 'Max Frei' plant details

Sempervivum 'Max Frei' is a groundcover cactus / succulent with burgundy and red foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum 'Max Frei'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Mature size: 1 IN - 4 IN - wide, 1 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-lived, rock garden, roof garden, rosette-forming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sempervivum 'Max Frei'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

[Syn.:'Max Frei 80'] Named after the late Max Frei, my former senior boss, in celebration of his 80th birthday. Rosettes are beautifully formed and deep red, holding color most of the year. Sold as bare root, without soil. Please see notes on top of the

Gardening facts about Sempervivum 'Max Frei' plant

How to Grow Sempervivum 'Max Frei'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • 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
  • Texture

    • glossy
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