Sempervivum 'Black Top' - P9

Description
The Houseleek 'Black Top' (Sempervivum) is a cushion-forming, rosette-like, evergreen perennial with decorative, thick-fleshed, light green leaves. In a sunny location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 15 cm and grows to a width of approx. 20 cm. The Houseleek 'Black Top' is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* black leaf tips * beautiful foliage * very beautiful in a tub * evergreen * easy to care for

Leaves
High foliage ornamental value. The evergreen leaves of the Houseleek 'Black Top' are light green, thick-fleshed.

Frost hardiness
The Houseleek 'Black Top' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Cushion-forming, rosette-like.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Tasks
- Fertilise: In the period from March to April - Watering: In the period from May to September - Pruning: August.

Care
- The plant must be protected from winter moisture. - Rock garden plants love loose, well-drained soil. However, as this substrate stores little water, the plants must be watered regularly for several weeks after planting, especially in dry conditions, until they are sufficiently rooted.

Use
Tubs, group planting, grave, rock garden, roof garden