Houseleek. A rosette-forming alpine with succulent rosettes of deep purple-red leaves. Produces greenish red flowers in summer. Max Height 10cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Sempervivum ‘Commander Hay’
A rosette-forming alpine with succulent rosettes of deep purple-red leaves. Produces greenish red flowers in summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Sempervivum |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | 'Commander Hay' |
| Common Name | Houseleek |
| Flower Colour | green, red |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 10cm |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | red, purple |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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