Sempervivum 'Icicle'
Sempervivum 'Icicle' is a striking succulent plant with a medium-sized rosette that boasts ruby red leaves with a fuzzy white tuft at each leaf tip. This hardy perennial produces numerous offsets or "chicks" on stolons, forming a mounding clump. The grey-green colored leaves have a red backing and cobweb hairs, with a bright green center in some seasons and more lavender tones in winter. Short spikes of pastel flowers appear in summer.
This plant, commonly known as "hen and chicks," thrives in full sun and well-draining, gritty soils, making it an ideal choice for rock gardens, dry stone walls, or planted in pots. It is incredibly drought tolerant after it establishes itself, requiring only infrequent watering. It is also very frost hardy, and in some areas of the world, it has been traditionally planted on rooftops.
Sempervivum 'Icicle' will do most of its growing in spring and summer, thriving with weekly watering and afternoon shade if temperatures exceed 80°F. It is important to protect this plant from heavy rains and standing water to prevent rot. As this plant grows into a wider clump, it is more likely to start flowering, with the rosettes that have the flowers dying after flowering, while the rest of the clump continues to grow and fill in the spaces.
Propagation of this plant is relatively easy, as cutting one of the "chicks" from the parent clump in early summer is the best way to start a new plant. These chicks may already have roots of their own, so they can quickly establish themselves in their new location.
Overall, Sempervivum 'Icicle' is an eye-catching plant that is low maintenance and perfect for anyone looking to add a touch of color and texture to their garden or living space.
Sempervivum 'Icicle' plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants as those shown in images. May or may not have pups. 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.