Sempervivum 'Red Rubin'

🌿 Sempervivum 'Red Rubin' Overview

Sempervivum 'Red Rubin' is a stunning hardy succulent prized for its deep ruby-red rosettes and exceptional cold tolerance. Commonly known as a Hen and Chicks succulent, this beautiful variety forms colorful clusters that make an excellent addition to rock gardens, containers, fairy gardens, and succulent collections.

✨ Appearance

• Compact rosettes of thick, fleshy leaves
• Rich ruby-red to burgundy foliage with green undertones
• Color intensifies in full sun and cooler temperatures
• Forms clusters by producing offsets ("chicks") around the mother plant ("hen")
• Typically grows 3–6 inches tall and spreads over time

☀️ Light

• Prefers full sun to bright indirect light
• Full sun produces the richest red coloration
• Can tolerate light partial shade

💧 Water

• Allow soil to dry completely between waterings
• Extremely drought-tolerant once established
• Avoid overwatering or soggy soil

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Ideal temperature: 40–80°F
• Extremely cold-hardy and frost tolerant
• Prefers low humidity and good air circulation

🌱 Soil

• Fast-draining cactus or succulent mix
  • Potting soil
  • Perlite or pumice
  • Coarse sand or gravel for added drainage
• Excellent drainage is essential to prevent root rot

🌿 Growth & Care

• Slow to moderate grower
• Perfect for rock gardens, containers, fairy gardens, and outdoor succulent displays
• Produces offsets that are easy to separate and propagate
• Mature rosettes may flower once before naturally dying, while surrounding offsets continue growing

🐾 Pet Safety

• Generally considered non-toxic to pets

💚 Why Collectors Love It

• Rich ruby-red rosette coloration
• Extremely cold-hardy and easy to grow
• Produces abundant offsets for sharing and expanding collections
• Beautiful addition to succulent gardens and outdoor displays 🌿