This resilient succulent has long, green leaves with pink tips. After it blooms, each rosette produces many “chicks” before it passes away. These chicks are held up on long stalks, spreading out and blanketing the ground.
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Care and Propagation Information
Sempervivum ‘Mark Weller’ is an ideal selection for cold-tolerant rock gardens because it will spread out and form a layer of ground cover as it grows.
Watering
For Sempervivum ‘Mark Weller’, it is beneficial to use the “soak and dry” approach when watering. This means ensuring the soil is completely dry between waterings and allowing it to become saturated with water before allowing it to dry out again.
Where to Plant
This succulent is able to tolerate temperatures down to -30° F (-34.4° C).
How to Propagate Sempervivum ‘Mark Weller’
Sempervivum ‘Mark Weller’ can be grown from offsets.
Offsets
Mark Weller will create tiny offshoots. Using a sanitized blade or scissors, sever the offshoots from the primary stem. Let them dry for 24 to 48 hours before being placed on soil with good drainage.
Care and Propagation Information
General Care for Sempervivum ‘Mark Weller’
Watering
For Sempervivum ‘Mark Weller’, it is beneficial to use the “soak and dry” approach when watering. This means ensuring the soil is completely dry between waterings and allowing it to become saturated with water before allowing it to dry out again.
Where to Plant
This succulent is able to tolerate temperatures down to -30° F (-34.4° C).
How to Propagate Sempervivum ‘Mark Weller’
Sempervivum ‘Mark Weller’ can be grown from offsets.
Offsets
Mark Weller will create tiny offshoots. Using a sanitized blade or scissors, sever the offshoots from the primary stem. Let them dry for 24 to 48 hours before being placed on soil with good drainage.
FAQ
How much sun does a Sempervivum need?
Most varieties of plants require at least 3-4 hours of direct sunlight each day to thrive; few species are able to survive in full shade.
How much water does a Sempervivum need?
Sempervivum require minimal amounts of water, similar to most succulents. Be sure to avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot, and instead opt for a generous watering once the soil is dry. This approach is much more beneficial than multiple light waterings.
How do you take care of Sempervivum?
Sempervivum need very little water, similar to many other succulent plants. It is important to not leave them in overly moist soil, which can lead to root rot. Watering should be done sparingly, only when the soil is dry, and it is better to give them a large amount of water at one time rather than multiple small waterings.
Does Sempervivum like sun or shade?
Expressed differently: bright sunshine
Do Sempervivums need full sun?
Most varieties of plants require at least three to four hours of direct sunlight each day to thrive; few varieties can survive in completely shaded areas.