Sempervivum 'Reward'
Sempervivum ‘Reward’ is a resilient, alpine-style succulent prized for its tight, symmetrical rosettes and its ability to shift colour with the seasons. Originating from the mountainous regions of Europe, this cultivar blends the classic hardiness of traditional hens-and-chicks with a refined, compact form that makes it ideal for Australian gardens and container collections. Its fleshy, triangular leaves form neat rosettes that transition from fresh green tones to rich red blushes, particularly in colder weather or full sun, giving it year-round visual interest.
Growing naturally as a clumping mat-former, Sempervivum ‘Reward’ produces numerous offsets that gradually knit together into dense, attractive colonies. Each individual rosette maintains a low profile, generally staying close to the ground while slowly expanding in diameter under favourable conditions. During summer, mature rosettes may send up a tall flowering stem topped with star-shaped pink to reddish blooms. As a monocarpic plant, the flowering rosette completes its life cycle after blooming, but the surrounding offsets seamlessly continue the colony’s growth.
In cultivation, this Sempervivum thrives in full sun and well-drained, gritty soil. A cactus or succulent mix enriched with coarse sand, perlite, or scoria helps prevent excess moisture around the roots. Watering should follow a “soak and dry” approach—thorough drinks during active growth, followed by complete drying between waterings. Its exceptional cold tolerance makes it suitable for regions across southern Australia, provided winter drainage is excellent.
Low-maintenance and naturally pest-resistant, Sempervivum ‘Reward’ is an excellent choice for rockeries, green roofs, pathway edges, troughs, and decorative pots. Its colour shifts, tidy structure, and colony-forming habit make it a rewarding, long-lived feature in any succulent collection.
Sempervivum 'Reward' plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants to those shown in images. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions.
All plants are shipped bare rooted unless otherwise stated. Orders are carefully packed and shipped via Express Post to NSW, VIC, QLD, SA and ACT. Orders are dispatched according to our weekly shipping schedule, available on our Shipping page, with tracking provided once your order has been lodged with Australia Post.
Succulents naturally change in colour, size and form throughout the year. Many develop richer colours and more compact growth during periods of seasonal stress, particularly through cooler months and brighter conditions, while warmer or lower-light conditions may produce greener, softer growth.
The plant you receive may therefore vary from the product images depending on the season, its stage of growth and current growing conditions. These natural variations are part of the character of living plants and do not affect their quality or health.
Pickup is available in Seville, Yarra Valley VIC by appointment. Order online as normal and any shipping charge will be automatically refunded after collection, unless you would prefer to receive an additional plant of similar value instead.
Important Plant Information
All plants are shipped bare rooted unless otherwise stated. This helps reduce shipping costs, improves plant safety during transit and allows plants to travel more reliably.
Plants are carefully packed for Express Post and may vary naturally in colour, size and form according to season, growth stage and growing conditions.
Please check the product description and images for information specific to the plant you are purchasing.
If you have any questions about your plant or order, please reach out to us. We’re always happy to help.