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Sempervivum 'Spirit of 76'

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

  • H: 2"-3"
  • W: 4"-12"

planting zones

  • 4a-9a

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Sempervivum 'Spirit of 76' plant details

Sempervivum 'Spirit of 76' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with burgundy, green and red foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum 'Spirit of 76'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy, green and red
Mature size: 4 IN - 12 IN - wide, 2 IN - 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 'Spirit of 76'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sempervivum ‘Spirit of ’76’ displays small, extra fuzzy, light green rosettes with bronze-red to intense maroon margins. Color changes with season and conditions. Forms offsets by colonies.

Gardening facts about Sempervivum 'Spirit of 76' plant

How to Grow Sempervivum 'Spirit of 76'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • green
    • burgundy
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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