Sempervivum 'Icicle'
- Description
- Sempervivum 'Icicle' Care Guide
- FAQ/Common Issues
-
![]()
Sempervivum 'Icicle' is a cold hardy succulent belonging to the Crassulaceae family, commonly known as hens and chicks for the way mother rosettes produce clusters of offset "chicks." Native to the mountains of Europe and Asia Minor, this houseleek succulent evolved to thrive in rocky, exposed terrain with minimal water and brutal winters. That rugged origin is exactly what makes Sempervivum 'Icicle' such a rewarding, low maintenance succulent for growers of all skill levels.
Sempervivum 'Icicle' forms tight, symmetrical rosettes with silvery-green leaves that have a cool, frosted appearance hinting at its name. The fleshy, pointed leaves are neatly layered and take on crisp, pale tones that make this rosette forming succulent stand out in any collection or container planting. As a clustering grower, Sempervivum 'Icicle' spreads steadily outward, producing a satisfying carpet of offsets that fill troughs, rock gardens, and pots with sculptural beauty.
Like all hens and chicks succulents, Sempervivum 'Icicle' is monocarpic, meaning each individual rosette blooms once before dying, but the surrounding offsets carry on and keep the colony thriving. The plant typically needs a period of cooler night temperatures to trigger its bloom cycle, so outdoor growers in cooler climates are most likely to enjoy the flowering display. Between bloom events, the striking silvery rosette form remains the main attraction, and the plant's ability to handle balcony wind, rain, and dry heated air indoors keeps it looking sharp season after season.
Sempervivum 'Icicle' is a dream for collectors who love frost tolerant succulents that actually earn their keep outdoors year-round in colder climates. It moves beautifully between indoor bright spots and outdoor summer patios, handles balcony conditions with ease, and can even stay outside well into autumn. Propagation is simple: gently separate the offsets from the mother hen and replant them, and you will have new rosettes establishing in no time. This plant is pet friendly, tolerates neglect including a 10-day trip away without issue, and its basic care requirements make it an ideal starting point for anyone new to the hens and chicks succulent world.
-
Sempervivum 'Icicle' thrives in bright indirect light indoors, though it appreciates direct sun outdoors and may scorch in intense south-facing windows without some afternoon shade.
Water Sempervivum 'Icicle' deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings, roughly every 10 to 14 days indoors.
Sempervivum 'Icicle' needs fast-draining soil, ideally a cactus and succulent mix blended with extra perlite or coarse grit at a 50/50 ratio.
Sempervivum 'Icicle' tolerates temperatures from -30°F (-34°C) in dormancy up to around 80°F (27°C), making it a genuinely frost tolerant succulent for harsh winters.
![]()
Sempervivum 'Icicle' is a moderate to steady grower and needs little to no fertilizer, though a diluted succulent feed once in spring gives it a seasonal boost.
Sempervivum 'Icicle' is hardy in USDA Zones 3 through 8, tolerating frost well below 0°F (-18°C), which makes it one of the toughest cold hardy succulents available. Gardeners across a vast stretch of the country can grow Sempervivum 'Icicle' outdoors year-round, including those in Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma, North Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Arkansas, and Alaska. Whether you are gardening in the cold northern plains or the temperate mid-Atlantic and Pacific Northwest, Sempervivum 'Icicle' is built to handle it.
-
Q: Is Sempervivum 'Icicle' pet friendly?
A: Yes, Sempervivum 'Icicle' is pet friendly and is not considered toxic to cats or dogs, making it a great choice for pet-owning households.
Q: How often should I water Sempervivum 'Icicle'?
A: Water Sempervivum 'Icicle' every 10 to 14 days indoors, letting the soil dry out completely between waterings. It is far more tolerant of drought than overwatering.
Q: How do I propagate Sempervivum 'Icicle'?
A: Propagating Sempervivum 'Icicle' is easy: simply detach the small offset rosettes from the mother plant and press them into well-draining soil. They root quickly with minimal fuss.
Q: Why are the leaves on my Sempervivum 'Icicle' turning yellow?
A: Yellow leaves on Sempervivum 'Icicle' are most often caused by overwatering or waterlogged soil, so reduce watering frequency and ensure the pot drains freely. Insufficient light can also cause pale or discolored foliage.
Q: Is Sempervivum 'Icicle' frost tolerant and can it stay outside in winter?
A: Sempervivum 'Icicle' is exceptionally frost tolerant, surviving temperatures as low as -30°F (-34°C) in USDA Zones 3 through 8. It can stay outdoors year-round in those zones, though it benefits from cover during prolonged wet winters to prevent root rot.
Q: Can Sempervivum 'Icicle' be moved outside for summer?
A: Absolutely, Sempervivum 'Icicle' loves spending summer outdoors where it gets more light and air circulation. Introduce it to outdoor conditions gradually to avoid leaf scorch, especially in very intense afternoon sun.
Original: $8.00
-70%$8.00
$2.40Product Information
Product Information
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Description
- Description
- Sempervivum 'Icicle' Care Guide
- FAQ/Common Issues
-
![]()
Sempervivum 'Icicle' is a cold hardy succulent belonging to the Crassulaceae family, commonly known as hens and chicks for the way mother rosettes produce clusters of offset "chicks." Native to the mountains of Europe and Asia Minor, this houseleek succulent evolved to thrive in rocky, exposed terrain with minimal water and brutal winters. That rugged origin is exactly what makes Sempervivum 'Icicle' such a rewarding, low maintenance succulent for growers of all skill levels.
Sempervivum 'Icicle' forms tight, symmetrical rosettes with silvery-green leaves that have a cool, frosted appearance hinting at its name. The fleshy, pointed leaves are neatly layered and take on crisp, pale tones that make this rosette forming succulent stand out in any collection or container planting. As a clustering grower, Sempervivum 'Icicle' spreads steadily outward, producing a satisfying carpet of offsets that fill troughs, rock gardens, and pots with sculptural beauty.
Like all hens and chicks succulents, Sempervivum 'Icicle' is monocarpic, meaning each individual rosette blooms once before dying, but the surrounding offsets carry on and keep the colony thriving. The plant typically needs a period of cooler night temperatures to trigger its bloom cycle, so outdoor growers in cooler climates are most likely to enjoy the flowering display. Between bloom events, the striking silvery rosette form remains the main attraction, and the plant's ability to handle balcony wind, rain, and dry heated air indoors keeps it looking sharp season after season.
Sempervivum 'Icicle' is a dream for collectors who love frost tolerant succulents that actually earn their keep outdoors year-round in colder climates. It moves beautifully between indoor bright spots and outdoor summer patios, handles balcony conditions with ease, and can even stay outside well into autumn. Propagation is simple: gently separate the offsets from the mother hen and replant them, and you will have new rosettes establishing in no time. This plant is pet friendly, tolerates neglect including a 10-day trip away without issue, and its basic care requirements make it an ideal starting point for anyone new to the hens and chicks succulent world.
-
Sempervivum 'Icicle' thrives in bright indirect light indoors, though it appreciates direct sun outdoors and may scorch in intense south-facing windows without some afternoon shade.
Water Sempervivum 'Icicle' deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings, roughly every 10 to 14 days indoors.
Sempervivum 'Icicle' needs fast-draining soil, ideally a cactus and succulent mix blended with extra perlite or coarse grit at a 50/50 ratio.
Sempervivum 'Icicle' tolerates temperatures from -30°F (-34°C) in dormancy up to around 80°F (27°C), making it a genuinely frost tolerant succulent for harsh winters.
![]()
Sempervivum 'Icicle' is a moderate to steady grower and needs little to no fertilizer, though a diluted succulent feed once in spring gives it a seasonal boost.
Sempervivum 'Icicle' is hardy in USDA Zones 3 through 8, tolerating frost well below 0°F (-18°C), which makes it one of the toughest cold hardy succulents available. Gardeners across a vast stretch of the country can grow Sempervivum 'Icicle' outdoors year-round, including those in Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma, North Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Arkansas, and Alaska. Whether you are gardening in the cold northern plains or the temperate mid-Atlantic and Pacific Northwest, Sempervivum 'Icicle' is built to handle it.
-
Q: Is Sempervivum 'Icicle' pet friendly?
A: Yes, Sempervivum 'Icicle' is pet friendly and is not considered toxic to cats or dogs, making it a great choice for pet-owning households.
Q: How often should I water Sempervivum 'Icicle'?
A: Water Sempervivum 'Icicle' every 10 to 14 days indoors, letting the soil dry out completely between waterings. It is far more tolerant of drought than overwatering.
Q: How do I propagate Sempervivum 'Icicle'?
A: Propagating Sempervivum 'Icicle' is easy: simply detach the small offset rosettes from the mother plant and press them into well-draining soil. They root quickly with minimal fuss.
Q: Why are the leaves on my Sempervivum 'Icicle' turning yellow?
A: Yellow leaves on Sempervivum 'Icicle' are most often caused by overwatering or waterlogged soil, so reduce watering frequency and ensure the pot drains freely. Insufficient light can also cause pale or discolored foliage.
Q: Is Sempervivum 'Icicle' frost tolerant and can it stay outside in winter?
A: Sempervivum 'Icicle' is exceptionally frost tolerant, surviving temperatures as low as -30°F (-34°C) in USDA Zones 3 through 8. It can stay outdoors year-round in those zones, though it benefits from cover during prolonged wet winters to prevent root rot.
Q: Can Sempervivum 'Icicle' be moved outside for summer?
A: Absolutely, Sempervivum 'Icicle' loves spending summer outdoors where it gets more light and air circulation. Introduce it to outdoor conditions gradually to avoid leaf scorch, especially in very intense afternoon sun.
