Houseleek. A rosette-forming alpine with succulent rosettes of grey-green leaves, with long white hairs. Produces greenish yellow flowers in summer. Max Height 8cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Sempervivum ciliosum var. borisii
A rosette-forming alpine with succulent rosettes of grey-green leaves, with long white hairs. Produces greenish yellow flowers in summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Sempervivum |
|---|---|
| Species | ciliosum |
| Varietry | var. borisii |
| Common Name | Houseleek |
| Flower Colour | green, yellow |
| Soil | Poor, Gritty |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 8cm |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | grey, green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
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| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Alpine house |
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