Sempervivum tectorum 'Violaceum'
Also Known As
- Sempervivum 'Violaceum'
- Sempervivum tectorum var. violaceum
- Hens and Chicks
- Violaceum Hens and Chicks
Plant type
cactus / succulent, groundcover
size
- H: 4"
- W: 4"-8"
planting zones
- 2a-9b
Sempervivum tectorum 'Violaceum' plant details
Sempervivum tectorum 'Violaceum' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with blue, green, purple, red and variegated foliage. In summer orange and pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum tectorum 'Violaceum'
- Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
- Plant family: crassulaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue, green, purple, red and variegated
- Mature size: 4 IN - 8 IN - wide, 4 IN tall
- Flowers: orange and pink blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-lived, rock garden, roof garden, rosette-forming
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sempervivum tectorum 'Violaceum'
- USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Sempervivum tectorum 'Violaceum' plant
How to Grow Sempervivum tectorum 'Violaceum'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- red
- green
- blue
- purple
Flower Color
- pink
- orange
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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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
4a-9b
Size
Height: 2"-4"
Width: 5"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 2"-3"
Width: 3'-8"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
3b-9b
Size
Height: 2"-4"
Width: 4"-8"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 2"-4"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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