Sempervivums, or houseleeks, are hardy, succulent, alpine plants often used in patio container displays. Sometimes called hen-and-chicks, they consist of a main rosette (hen) around which baby rosettes (chicks) develop as plants mature. In summer tall, conical spikes of greenish pink flowers emerge from the centre of older rosettes.
Sempervivum 'Purple Dazzler' has bi-coloured foliage in mid-green and dark purple, the colour of which darkens in winter. It's an attractive choice for growing in container displays, particularly with other sempervivums, and sedums.
For best results repot Sempervivum 'Purple Dazzler' each year into compost containing slow-release fertiliser. Propagate new plants by gently teasing out the 'chicks' and potting them on.
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Sempervivum ‘Purple dazzler’ and wildlife
Sempervivum ‘Purple dazzler’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Sempervivum ‘Purple dazzler’ poisonous?
Sempervivum ‘Purple dazzler’ has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
Plants that go well with Sempervivum 'Purple Dazzler'
