Mountain Houseleek

Family

Crassulaceae

Origin

Europe

Description

Sempervivum montanum is a hardy small succulent with tight rosettes to 2-3 inches in diameter crowded with mid-green colored fleshy leaves. Plants produce many offsetting rosettes that are held tightly crowded together. Clusters of reddish-purple star-shaped flowers rise up on short stalks in early summer.

Environment

Full sun. Perfect for a sunny window. Needs well drained soil mix and a balanced fertilizer, ideally 20-20-20. Reduce water in winters

Landscape Use

Suitable for Container, Rock Garden & Xeriscaping