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Sempervivum marmoreum ssp. erythraeum

Also Known As

  • Sempervivum erythraeum
  • Hen and Chicks
  • Houseleek

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

  • H: 2"-3"

planting zones

  • 4a-10b

Sempervivum marmoreum ssp. erythraeum plant details

Sempervivum marmoreum ssp. erythraeum is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with blue foliage. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum marmoreum ssp. erythraeum

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 2 IN - 3 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-lived, rock garden, roof garden, rosette-forming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sempervivum marmoreum ssp. erythraeum

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: low
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Zn 4. Flat grayish-plum colored rosettes.

Gardening facts about Sempervivum marmoreum ssp. erythraeum plant

How to Grow Sempervivum marmoreum ssp. erythraeum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 5"-10"

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Zones

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Size

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  • sun - mostly sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
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