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