Sempervivum ‘Centennial’ Crest is a captivating and unusual form of the hardy houseleek, prized for its sculptural, fan-shaped growth that twists and undulates rather than forming the classic rosette typical of Sempervivums. Originating from alpine regions of Europe, this cultivar represents a fascinating crested mutation of Sempervivum ‘Centennial’, a hybrid known for its rich magenta tones that shift to green towards the centre. In its crested form, the plant develops a broad, contorted ridge that resembles coral or a miniature mountain range, giving it an almost architectural quality as it matures.
The foliage of Sempervivum ‘Centennial’ Crest ranges from dusky purple and wine-red to silvery green, with colour intensity deepening under full sun or during cooler weather. Each undulating crest can grow to around 8–12 cm across, slowly expanding into a dense, irregular cluster over time. Like its parent form, it remains evergreen and resilient, tolerating frost, drought, and neglect once established. While standard Sempervivums produce offsets or “chicks” freely, crested forms may divide along their crest lines instead, creating intricate, sculptural colonies.
This unique succulent is exceptionally well-suited to Australian conditions, thriving in bright sunlight and gritty, fast-draining soil. It performs beautifully in rock gardens, troughs, or shallow containers where its contorted form can be fully appreciated. Water sparingly, allowing the mix to dry between soakings, as excessive moisture may cause rot. Sempervivum ‘Centennial’ Crest is fully cold-hardy across most Australian climates and makes an excellent collector’s specimen—its ever-changing shape and colour ensure no two plants are ever alike, making it a living work of natural art in any succulent collection.
Sempervivum 'Centennial' Crested plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants as those shown in images. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions.
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- All plants are sent bare rooted with no pots and soil, or minimum soil only.
- Due to the drying process necessary for sending plants through the mail, plants may look slightly different than images shown on our website
- Some plants, may look wrinkled when they arrive, may be somewhat limp, or soft to the touch. This is normal as they have been dried out for for a number of days before shipping to avoid rotting in the mail.
- Succulents are very hardy plants and they will recover quickly, providing you unpack them as soon as you receive them follow some simple care instructions you will find with your order.
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