Sempervivum 'Bedivere'

Also Known As

Bedivere Hen and Chicks

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

H: 3"
W: 6"

planting zones

2a-9b

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Sempervivum 'Bedivere' plant details

Sempervivum 'Bedivere' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with apricot, burgundy, 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 - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum 'Bedivere'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen apricot, burgundy, green and red
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 3 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 'Bedivere'

USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Historic garden plant with succulent leaves which change color throughout the year, alternating between light green and sunset-tinted shades of orange, yellow and red. In winter, the leaves turn a rich burgundy color. Hens & Chicks grow best in well-drained, gravelly soil that is not wet in winter. Drought tolerant. Requires little water once established. Great in containers and rock gardens. Zn 2.