Sempervivum ‘Ruby Heart’
Hen-and-chicks |
USDA Zone: 2-9 |
Plant number: 1.490.590
One of the most familiar and easiest to grow garden perennials, yet never lacking in appeal. It forms a low clump of fleshy leaves, tiny new plants appearing in a circle around the mother in the middle. This selection produces medium rosettes with sharply pointed, silvery-blue to blue green leaves, flushed rosy-red at the base. Colour varies with temperature changes. Unique pinkish-purple flowers appear mid summer. Extremely drought tolerant once established. Easily increased by just removing the small baby rosettes and replanting in a new location.
Further details for
Sempervivum ‘Ruby Heart’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun or Partial Shade
Soil Type Normal or Sandy
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Dry
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour
Blooming Time Mid Summer
Foliage Color Blue Grey Green Red
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Alpine & Rock Containers Drought Tolerant Edging Rabbit Resistant Evergreen Ground Cover Massed
Flower Head Size
Height 5-10 cm 2-4 inches
Spread 15-20 cm 6-8 inches
Foot Traffic Light
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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