Sempervivum SUPERSEMP 'Ruby'
Best low-maintenance succulent for gardeners seeking vibrant, year-round landscape color.
These oversized, ruby-toned rosettes bring architectural drama to the garden without the constant fuss of high-maintenance perennials. While they demand a sunny spot to truly pop, their year-round color and extreme drought tolerance make them an effortless choice for structure that survives even the harshest winters.
$24.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant, year-round landscape color
- Homeowners living in regions with extreme temperature fluctuations
- Busy individuals wanting low-maintenance, drought-tolerant greenery
Who should skip it
- Gardeners working with heavy, moisture-retaining clay soils
- Designers looking for plants with significant vertical height
- Gardeners unwilling to monitor for potential pest infestations
Performance breakdown
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in arid conditions with minimal supplemental watering requirements.
Winter Hardiness
Reliably survives harsh winters down to Zone 3 temperatures.
Visual Impact
Large rosettes and consistent red hues provide year-round garden structure.
Maintenance Ease
Requires very little attention once established in the landscape.
Growth Habit
Forms dense, uniform mats that effectively suppress competing weeds.
Container Versatility
Compact size makes it a perfect candidate for decorative patio pots.
Key Specs
Genus
Sempervivum
Variety
'Ruby'
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
8 in
Mature Width
8 in
Hardiness Zones
3 - 8
Bloom Color
Pink
Foliage Color
Red
Soil Type
Sandy
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
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