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A good dark rosetted cultivar that can produce lilac shades in the right conditions. I found it rather feeble and prone to rotting.
A hybrid between S. marmoreum and S. 'Alpha' raised by Jakob Eschman in Switzerland and introduced in 1967. Horst Diehm said: "up to 8 cm large rosettes, dark purple brown, ciliated at the edges, lasts long into autumn / winter, blossom light carmine pink, 20 cm". Planet Desert say: "The Sempervivum 'Pilatus' is well-known for its deep coloration, symmetrical rosettes with spoon-shaped, pale grey-green leaves, and cold-hardy nature. Its name 'Pilatus' may be inspired by the Pilatus Mountain in Switzerland, which reflects its alpine tolerance and rugged charm. Gardeners and designers appreciate this variety for its year-round structure and ease of care. " |
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| 25th June 2005 | ||
