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Sempervivum arachnoideum [from Gran Paradiso]

Also Known As

  • Sempervivum arachnoideum 'Grand Paradi'

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

  • H: 1"-3"
  • W: 1"-3"

planting zones

  • 4a-10b

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Sempervivum arachnoideum [from Gran Paradiso] plant details

Sempervivum arachnoideum [from Gran Paradiso] is a low-growing evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer pink and white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. 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 Gran Paradiso]

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 IN - 3 IN - wide, 1 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-lived, rock garden, roof garden, rosette-forming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sempervivum arachnoideum [from Gran Paradiso]

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A wee little semp, with rosettes only the size of a fingernail. As cute as can be

Gardening facts about Sempervivum arachnoideum [from Gran Paradiso] plant

How to Grow Sempervivum arachnoideum [from Gran Paradiso]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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