houseleek 'Rubin'
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An evergreen, mat-forming perennial with clusters of medium-sized rosettes made up of fleshy, burgundy-red leaves flushed olive-green in the centre. Starry pink flowers may be borne on stout stems, up to 15cm tall, in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- houseleek 'Rubin' (Sempervivum 'Rubin')
- Genus
- Sempervivum
- Family
- Crassulaceae
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- Toxicity
- Alpine Rockery · Cactus Succulent
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Matforming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of houseleek 'Rubin'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of houseleek 'Rubin'
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houseleek 'Rubin' care guide
- Let gritty soil dry fully before each thorough watering cycle
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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Watering
Let gritty soil dry fully before each thorough watering cycle
Fertilizing
FertilizingVery dilute low-nitrogen succulent feed monthly in warm growth
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by offsets in spring
Growing
GrowingGrow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Protect from excessive winter wet. Suitable for rock gardens, scree beds, wall crevices, troughs or alpine houses
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May suffer from a rust
Pests
May suffer from vine weevils
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