About
Sempervivum arachnoideum _ wulfenii is a naturally occurring hybrid houseleek combining the cobweb character of S. arachnoideum with the robust rosettes of S. wulfenii. A rewarding and ornamental houseleek for a sunny, well-drained rock garden or alpine trough.
About the genus
Sempervivum, the houseleeks, are evergreen perennials forming spreading mats of fleshy-leaved rosettes, often attractively coloured or tipped, with star-shaped, pink or pale-yellow flowers in summer. Excellent and easy-care plants for a sunny, well-drained rock garden, wall, trough or container.
Plant details
Suggested usesRock gardens, troughs, green roofs, wall crevices, containers. Excellent low-maintenance ground cover.
Care notes
CultivationFull sun in very well-drained, gritty soil. Thrives in poor, thin soils. Extremely drought-tolerant once established.
PruningRemove spent flower stems. No other pruning needed � the colony self-maintains.
PropagationDetach offsets and replant. Extremely easy to propagate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Vine weevil may occasionally affect container plants.
Disease resistanceRot in waterlogged soil. Ensure sharp drainage, especially in winter.