Sempervivum 'Grigg's Surprise'

Also Known As

Sempervivum calcareum 'Monstrosum'

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

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

planting zones

4a-9b

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Sempervivum 'Grigg's Surprise' plant details

Sempervivum 'Grigg's Surprise' is a broadleaf 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 - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum 'Grigg's Surprise'

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

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sempervivum ‘Grigg’s Surprise’ is an unusual succulent variety displaying rosettes of long, quill-shaped, blue green leaves prominently tipped in deep burgundy. Slowly offsets to form fat, dense colonies.