Sempervivum 'Black'
- Description
- Sempervivum 'Black' Care Guide
- FAQ/Common Issues
-
![]()
 Sempervivum 'Black' is a striking cold hardy succulent belonging to the Crassulaceae family, native to the mountainous regions of Europe and western Asia where it thrives in rocky, well-drained terrain. This genus has survived harsh alpine conditions for centuries, making Sempervivum 'Black' one of the toughest, most low maintenance succulents you can grow.
 Sempervivum 'Black' forms tight, symmetrical rosettes with deep, near-black to dark burgundy-purple fleshy leaves that intensify in color under bright light and cooler temperatures, making it a true color changing succulent. The leaves are thick, pointed, and often edged with fine ciliate hairs that catch the light beautifully. This houseleek succulent produces offsets freely, spreading outward in a wide, ground-hugging mat that gives it serious architectural appeal in any container or garden bed.
 Sempervivum 'Black' requires a night temperature drop to trigger blooming, typically flowering in summer on tall, upright stalks rising from mature rosettes. Once a rosette flowers, it completes its lifecycle and dies back, but the surrounding offsets carry on the colony effortlessly. Beyond its bloom cycle, the monocarpic habit is part of what makes Sempervivum 'Black' so fascinating to collectors and casual growers alike.
 Sempervivum 'Black' is a dream for rock gardens, balcony containers, and outdoor arrangements, handling balcony wind and rain without complaint and staying outdoors well into autumn thanks to its impressive frost tolerance. It tolerates dry heated air indoors, survives a 10-day trip alone without watering, and is genuinely hardy against most common pests. This pet friendly succulent has a long history of edible and medicinal use in traditional European herbalism, adding extra depth to its appeal as a collector's plant. Whether you lean toward architectural minimalism or bohemian garden chaos, Sempervivum 'Black' fits right in.
-
 Sempervivum 'Black' thrives in bright indirect light but tolerates direct sun and low-light conditions, though south-facing windows may scorch leaves in peak summer.
 Water Sempervivum 'Black' deeply every 2 to 3 weeks, allowing soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent rot.
 Plant Sempervivum 'Black' in a gritty, fast-draining succulent or cactus mix combined with perlite or coarse sand for best results.
 Sempervivum 'Black' grows well between 65°F and 75°F (18°C to 24°C) indoors and is frost tolerant down to around -30°F (-34°C) in the ground.
![]()
 Sempervivum 'Black' is a vigorous spreader that fills containers and beds with offsets and needs only a light, balanced feed once in spring.
 Sempervivum 'Black' is hardy in USDA Zones 3 through 8, tolerating frost well below -30°F (-34°C), which makes it one of the most genuinely cold hardy succulents available. Gardeners growing Sempervivum 'Black' across the northern and central United States will find it perfectly at home, including in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Colorado, and Utah. It also performs beautifully in Oregon, Washington, Tennessee, North Carolina, Arkansas, and Oklahoma, covering an impressively wide stretch of the country.
-
Q: Is Sempervivum 'Black' pet friendly?
A: Yes, Sempervivum 'Black' is pet friendly and is considered non-toxic to cats, dogs, and other common household pets.
Q: How much sun does Sempervivum 'Black' need?
A: Sempervivum 'Black' does best in bright indirect light but also handles direct sun and lower light conditions, making it very adaptable indoors and outdoors.
Q: How cold hardy is Sempervivum 'Black'?
A: Sempervivum 'Black' is exceptionally frost tolerant, surviving temperatures as low as -30°F (-34°C) and thriving in USDA Zones 3 through 8 year-round outdoors.
Q: How do I propagate Sempervivum 'Black'?
A: Sempervivum 'Black' propagates easily by separating the offsets, known as chicks, from the mother rosette and replanting them in well-draining soil.
Q: How often should I water Sempervivum 'Black'?
A: Water Sempervivum 'Black' every 2 to 3 weeks, letting the soil dry out completely between waterings since this drought tolerant succulent is prone to root rot if overwatered.
Q: Can Sempervivum 'Black' stay outside in winter?
A: Yes, Sempervivum 'Black' can stay outdoors through autumn and winter in Zones 3 to 8, handling frost, wind, and rain without any protection needed.
Original: $8.00
-70%$8.00
$2.40Product Information
Product Information
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Description
- Description
- Sempervivum 'Black' Care Guide
- FAQ/Common Issues
-
![]()
 Sempervivum 'Black' is a striking cold hardy succulent belonging to the Crassulaceae family, native to the mountainous regions of Europe and western Asia where it thrives in rocky, well-drained terrain. This genus has survived harsh alpine conditions for centuries, making Sempervivum 'Black' one of the toughest, most low maintenance succulents you can grow.
 Sempervivum 'Black' forms tight, symmetrical rosettes with deep, near-black to dark burgundy-purple fleshy leaves that intensify in color under bright light and cooler temperatures, making it a true color changing succulent. The leaves are thick, pointed, and often edged with fine ciliate hairs that catch the light beautifully. This houseleek succulent produces offsets freely, spreading outward in a wide, ground-hugging mat that gives it serious architectural appeal in any container or garden bed.
 Sempervivum 'Black' requires a night temperature drop to trigger blooming, typically flowering in summer on tall, upright stalks rising from mature rosettes. Once a rosette flowers, it completes its lifecycle and dies back, but the surrounding offsets carry on the colony effortlessly. Beyond its bloom cycle, the monocarpic habit is part of what makes Sempervivum 'Black' so fascinating to collectors and casual growers alike.
 Sempervivum 'Black' is a dream for rock gardens, balcony containers, and outdoor arrangements, handling balcony wind and rain without complaint and staying outdoors well into autumn thanks to its impressive frost tolerance. It tolerates dry heated air indoors, survives a 10-day trip alone without watering, and is genuinely hardy against most common pests. This pet friendly succulent has a long history of edible and medicinal use in traditional European herbalism, adding extra depth to its appeal as a collector's plant. Whether you lean toward architectural minimalism or bohemian garden chaos, Sempervivum 'Black' fits right in.
-
 Sempervivum 'Black' thrives in bright indirect light but tolerates direct sun and low-light conditions, though south-facing windows may scorch leaves in peak summer.
 Water Sempervivum 'Black' deeply every 2 to 3 weeks, allowing soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent rot.
 Plant Sempervivum 'Black' in a gritty, fast-draining succulent or cactus mix combined with perlite or coarse sand for best results.
 Sempervivum 'Black' grows well between 65°F and 75°F (18°C to 24°C) indoors and is frost tolerant down to around -30°F (-34°C) in the ground.
![]()
 Sempervivum 'Black' is a vigorous spreader that fills containers and beds with offsets and needs only a light, balanced feed once in spring.
 Sempervivum 'Black' is hardy in USDA Zones 3 through 8, tolerating frost well below -30°F (-34°C), which makes it one of the most genuinely cold hardy succulents available. Gardeners growing Sempervivum 'Black' across the northern and central United States will find it perfectly at home, including in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Colorado, and Utah. It also performs beautifully in Oregon, Washington, Tennessee, North Carolina, Arkansas, and Oklahoma, covering an impressively wide stretch of the country.
-
Q: Is Sempervivum 'Black' pet friendly?
A: Yes, Sempervivum 'Black' is pet friendly and is considered non-toxic to cats, dogs, and other common household pets.
Q: How much sun does Sempervivum 'Black' need?
A: Sempervivum 'Black' does best in bright indirect light but also handles direct sun and lower light conditions, making it very adaptable indoors and outdoors.
Q: How cold hardy is Sempervivum 'Black'?
A: Sempervivum 'Black' is exceptionally frost tolerant, surviving temperatures as low as -30°F (-34°C) and thriving in USDA Zones 3 through 8 year-round outdoors.
Q: How do I propagate Sempervivum 'Black'?
A: Sempervivum 'Black' propagates easily by separating the offsets, known as chicks, from the mother rosette and replanting them in well-draining soil.
Q: How often should I water Sempervivum 'Black'?
A: Water Sempervivum 'Black' every 2 to 3 weeks, letting the soil dry out completely between waterings since this drought tolerant succulent is prone to root rot if overwatered.
Q: Can Sempervivum 'Black' stay outside in winter?
A: Yes, Sempervivum 'Black' can stay outdoors through autumn and winter in Zones 3 to 8, handling frost, wind, and rain without any protection needed.
