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I like all sempervivums or I wouldn't have grown so many however this one, although vigorous, was a bit of a disappointment.
Raised by Ed Skrocki in the USA and introduced in 1972, I thought that it was a great name wasted on a rather ordimary plant.
Under glass it had greyish, misty-green leaves that had lady-of-the-lake undertones but when it went outside it turned into a fat,
brown cushion suitable for an uncomfortable knight on a bony horse. I have two forms of the plant, one with grey leaves the other with brown tips. Horst Diehm has the earliest description I can find and he said: "Rosettes pinkish red in spring, later more green, dark tips". Volkmar Schara is quoted on Sempervivum List saying: "Medium-sized, light green rosettes that form loose cushions. Makes longer runners! A cross with Sempervivum ossetiense." Surreal Succulents say: "This small, hardy succulent features striking orange tinges, adding a touch of colour to any space. Its resilience makes it the perfect addition to any garden or indoor collection." I guess Sempervivum are like children, you try to say something nice even when they are rather dull. |
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| 7th November 2008 | ||
