Overview
Sempervivum 'Korspel Glory' is a matforming alpine rockery in the genus Sempervivum, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Sempervivum 'Korspel Glory' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants and rock garden.
About
Sempervivum 'Korspel Glory' is a matforming cultivar of the Sempervivum genus, known for its evergreen succulent rosettes that persist year-round. As a member of the Crassulaceae family, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand, tolerating a range of soil pH from acid to alkaline. This hardy alpine rockery plant is suitable for exposed or sheltered sites and is extremely drought-tolerant once established. It is ideal for use in rock gardens, cottage and informal gardens, as well as patio containers, providing seasonal interest throughout spring, summer, autumn, and winter.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Sempervivum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Sempervivum 'Korspel Glory' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery, Cactus Succulent
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Sempervivum 'Korspel Glory'
- Propagation
- Propagate by removal of offsets in spring and early summer
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to vine weevil larvae
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to rust diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Sempervivum 'Korspel Glory'?
Sempervivum 'Korspel Glory' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Sempervivum 'Korspel Glory' need?
Sempervivum 'Korspel Glory' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Sempervivum 'Korspel Glory' hardy in the UK?
Sempervivum 'Korspel Glory' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Sempervivum 'Korspel Glory'?
Propagate by removal of offsets in spring and early summer.
More in the Sempervivum genus
- Sempervivum 'Black'
- Sempervivum arachnoideum 'Red Papaver'
- Sempervivum arachnoideum subsp. tomentosum 'Minor'
- Sempervivum borissovae
- Sempervivum calcareum 'Benz'
- Sempervivum marmoreum 'Brunneifolium'
- Sempervivum tectorum 'Red Flush'
- Sempervivum 'Bellotts Pourpre'