Sempervivum 'Black'
Best low-maintenance succulent for busy gardeners seeking effortless, striking color.
This is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it plant for anyone who wants high-impact color without the high-maintenance upkeep. Its moody, dark foliage thrives on neglect, making it nearly impossible to kill while naturally multiplying to fill your pots or garden beds with minimal effort.
$21.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking dramatic contrast for rock gardens or containers
- Cold-climate growers needing low-maintenance, hardy succulents
- Budget-conscious gardeners wanting easy, free plant propagation
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with heavy, clay-rich, or poorly draining soil
- Shade-garden enthusiasts expecting consistent, year-round dark color
- Beginners surprised by the plant's natural death after flowering
Performance breakdown
Propagation Potential
Reliably produces offsets, making it simple to expand your collection.
Visual Impact
Dark, moody foliage provides a sophisticated contrast in any landscape.
Hardiness Range
Thrives across a wide variety of climates from zones 4-9.
Beginner Friendliness
Forgiving nature makes this an ideal choice for novice gardeners.
Maintenance Effort
Set it and forget it with minimal watering and fuss.
Pest Resilience
Naturally deters deer and rabbits, keeping your garden beds intact.
Key Specs
Mature Size
3 in height by 6 in spread
USDA Hardiness Zones
4 - 9
Soil Type
Loamy, Well-Drained
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Water Requirements
Moist, well-drained
Genus
Sempervivum
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
3 inches
Mature Spread
6 inches
Growth Rate
Moderate
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