Sempervivum Calcareum 'Sir William Lawrence'

Sempervivum calcareum 'Sir William Lawrence' – Hardy Rosette Succulent | Elegant Rock Garden & Container Plant

Add timeless charm to your collection with Sempervivum calcareum 'Sir William Lawrence', a captivating cultivar of the Common Houseleek. This hardy succulent forms tight, symmetrical rosettes of fleshy green leaves tipped in rosy-red, creating a beautiful ombré effect. Fine white hairs along the leaves add delicate texture, making each rosette a miniature work of art.

Compact in size (3–5 inches across) yet generous in growth, this sempervivum produces abundant offsets (“chicks”), forming dense mats of colorful rosettes. Perfect for rock gardens, alpine beds, containers, or even green roofs, it thrives where many plants cannot—tolerating poor soil, drought, and freezing temperatures with ease.

Appearance:

• Leaves: Thick, succulent leaves arranged in symmetrical rosettes. The leaves showcase a unique coloration, with a green base that gradually transitions to a vibrant rosy-red towards the tips, creating a captivating ombré effect. The leaves are also adorned with fine, white hairs, adding a delicate, textured touch.

• Size: Each individual rosette typically grows to about 3-5 inches in diameter. However, the plant as a whole can spread significantly as it produces numerous offsets, or "chicks," creating a mat-like groundcover.

Growth Habits and Care:

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Ample sunlight exposure intensifies the rosy-red coloration of the leaves.

• Soil: Prefers well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix. It can even grow in rocky or gravelly soil.

• Watering: Drought-tolerant once established; water moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water sparingly in winter.

• Temperature: Highly cold-hardy, tolerating temperatures well below freezing.

• Maintenance: Minimal maintenance required.

Additional Information:

• Sempervivum calcareum 'Sir William Lawrence' is a symbol of resilience and longevity.

• The leaves are edible and have a slightly sour taste.

• It is a popular choice for green roofs due to its ability to thrive in harsh conditions and its low maintenance needs.

The succulent plant housed in the black pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same.

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