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Sempervivum ingwersenii

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

  • H: 1"-3"
  • W: 1"-8"

planting zones

  • 4a-10a

Sempervivum ingwersenii plant details

Sempervivum ingwersenii is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer red 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. Prefers to be dry in winter. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum ingwersenii

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 IN - 8 IN - wide, 1 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-lived, rock garden, roof garden, rosette-forming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sempervivum ingwersenii

USDA Zones: 4a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Sempervivum ingwersenii plant

How to Grow Sempervivum ingwersenii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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