Sempervivum 'Lotus'

Also Known As

Lotus Hens & Chicks

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

H: 2"-3"
W: 4"-12"

planting zones

5b-10a

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Sempervivum 'Lotus' plant details

Sempervivum 'Lotus' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with blue and burgundy foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum 'Lotus'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and burgundy
Mature size: 4 IN - 12 IN - wide, 2 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, edging plant, long-lived, rock garden, roof garden, rosette-forming, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sempervivum 'Lotus'

USDA Zones: 5b - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sempervivum ‘Lotus’ is a wonderful Hens & Chicks variety with pale lavender, silvery rosettes that darken to maroon red in cooler seasons. The densely-packed, pointed leaves are covered in fine white cilia, giving them their fuzzy appearance and feel. Forms clumping colonies by offsets.