Sempervivum 'Dark Cloud'

Also Known As

Dark Cloud Hens and Chicks

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

H: 4"
W: 4"-8"

planting zones

1-9b

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Sempervivum 'Dark Cloud' plant details

Sempervivum 'Dark Cloud' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green and red foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum 'Dark Cloud'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 4 IN - 8 IN - wide, 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 'Dark Cloud'

USDA Zones: 1 - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional

Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This selection has loose medium-sized rosettes of green leaves with bright red tips and bases.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Gardening facts about Sempervivum 'Dark Cloud' plant

How to Grow Sempervivum 'Dark Cloud'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty

Features

Foliage Color
- red
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen

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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 1"-4"

Width: 5"-10"

sun - mostly sun
occasional - drought tolerant

Photo of Sempervivum arachnoideum 'Rubrum' foliage by Little Prince of Oregon

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