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Sempervivum calcareum 'Mrs. Giuseppi'

Also Known As

  • Sempervivum calcareum 'Mrs. Giuseppe'

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

  • H: 2"-3"
  • W: 5"-8"

planting zones

  • 3b-9b

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Sempervivum calcareum 'Mrs. Giuseppi' plant details

Sempervivum calcareum 'Mrs. Giuseppi' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with chartreuse, green and red foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. 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 calcareum 'Mrs. Giuseppi'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, green and red
Mature size: 5 IN - 8 IN - wide, 2 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-lived, rock garden, roof garden, rosette-forming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sempervivum calcareum 'Mrs. Giuseppi'

USDA Zones: 3b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sempervivum calcareum ‘Mrs. Giuseppe’ is an historic garden plant with succulent foliage. Forms rosettes of rich green leaves with red tips. Displays purple, star-like flowers.

Gardening facts about Sempervivum calcareum 'Mrs. Giuseppi' plant

How to Grow Sempervivum calcareum 'Mrs. Giuseppi'

  • 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

    • red
    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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