Buy Sempervivum 'Magnificum'

Also Known As

Hens and Chicks
House Leeks

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

H: 2"-4"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

3a-10b

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Sempervivum 'Magnificum' plant details

Sempervivum 'Magnificum' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with blue, bronze and purple foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum 'Magnificum'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, bronze and purple
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, edging plant, long-lived, rock garden, roof garden, rosette-forming, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sempervivum 'Magnificum'

USDA Zones: 3a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sempervivum ‘Magnificum’ is an historic garden plant with succulent foliage. Forms large, perfect rosettes of pointed leaves that hold their rosy-purple color well, fanning out from tight centers.