Height:

4.0-6.0 Inches

Spread:

6.0-8.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

3,4,5,6,7,8

Foliage Color:

Near-black shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Low Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Poor Soil Quality Average Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Midsummer

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant

Seasonal Interest:

Evergreen

Growth Rate:

Slow

Garden Style:

Patio Container Eclectic Rock Garden

Other Features:

Salt Tolerant Small Miniature

Origin:

Not Native to North America

Sempervivum is the perfect plant for hot, dry, sunny locations with very well-drained soil. Though they can adapt to a variety of soil types, they perform best in gritty soil. If a groundcover effect is desired, space plants close together because they grow slowly.

Growing Temperature:

65-70° F

Holding Temperature:

50-60° F

Soil PH:

5.8-6.5

EC (What is EC?):

1.5-2.5 pour through method

Fertility:

Moderate feed at 75-100 ppm N at each watering.

For Controlled Release or Slow Release Fertilizer, see your preferred supplier for recommended rates for incorporation or top dressing, as it varies by fertilizer.

Vernalization:

Not required but cool temperatures bring out the best foliage color.

Pests & Diseases:

Avoid wet conditions as it will cause root and crown rot.

Potting & Timing:

Late winter to spring

Moisture:

Moist to slightly dry.

Planting Level:

Plant on top of soil line.

PGRs/Pinching:

Not needed for control of height. Configure may be used at spray rates of 200-400 ppm to increase the number of offshoots.

Growth regulator rates are suggestions but may vary due to time of year, region and water quality. Trialing is always recommended before applying to an entire crop.

Lighting:

Grow under high light levels.

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