Sempervivum 'Granby'
Sempervivum 'Granby' is a captivating houseleek cultivar admired for its vivid colour transformations and exceptional hardiness. Its compact rosettes are composed of lime-green leaves adorned with red and pink highlights, which intensify as the weather warms. In summer, the foliage shifts to richer shades of deep pink and crimson, creating a bold contrast that adds year-round interest to succulent arrangements, rockeries, or alpine gardens.
This cold-hardy Sempervivum variety is ideal for Australian gardeners looking for low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plants that still offer vibrant visual impact. Whether grown in containers, troughs, or directly in the ground, 'Granby' thrives in full sun and requires minimal care once established. It prefers gritty, free-draining soil and can tolerate light frost, high heat, and periods of dryness—making it a reliable choice for both coastal and inland climates.
As with all hens and chicks succulents, Sempervivum 'Granby' multiplies via offsets, or "chicks", clustering tightly around the parent rosette. This growth habit makes it perfect for covering soil in succulent bowls, edging pathways, or establishing living green roofs. Its seasonal colour shifts and clumping habit ensure year-round appeal, even when not in flower.
A fantastic choice for collectors and beginners alike, Sempervivum 'Granby' offers bold colour, textural interest, and true resilience—making it an enduring favourite in succulent gardens across Australia.
Sempervivum 'Granby' 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.
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.