Sempervivum arachnoideum [from Ustecchio]
Also Known As
- Sempervivum 'Ustechio'
Plant type
cactus / succulent, groundcover
size
- H: 1"-6"
- W: 1"-6"
planting zones
- 4a-10b
Sempervivum arachnoideum [from Ustecchio] plant details
Sempervivum arachnoideum [from Ustecchio] is a low-growing evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with burgundy and green foliage. In summer chartreuse flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and 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 arachnoideum [from Ustecchio]
- Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
- Plant family: crassulaceae
- Foliage: evergreen burgundy and green
- Mature size: 1 IN - 6 IN - wide, 1 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: chartreuse blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-lived, rock garden, roof garden, rosette-forming, trough garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sempervivum arachnoideum [from Ustecchio]
- USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Sempervivum arachnoideum [from Ustecchio] plant
How to Grow Sempervivum arachnoideum [from Ustecchio]
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Features
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Color
- green
- burgundy
Flower Color
- chartreuse
Texture
- fuzzy
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Wildlife
- bees
Wildlife
- bees
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
Height: 2"-3"
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- occasional -drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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