Sempervivum 'Griggs Surprise' is a compact clumping succulent with tightly packed cylindrical leaves tipped in deep red. The rosettes stay low and rounded, developing offsets to form dense clusters over time.
Key Characteristics
Foliage: Blue-green cylindrical leaves with red tips.
Leaf Texture: Fine surface hairs giving a soft, matte appearance.
Growth Habit: Low, rounded rosettes that cluster and pup freely.
Seasonality: Colour intensifies in cooler months; growth strongest in spring-summer.
Hardiness: Handles cooler temperatures better than many succulents.
Care
Light: Bright light with some sun to maintain strong colouring.
Water: Allow soil to dry fully between waterings; avoid wet crowns.
Humidity: Prefers dry airflow; keep moisture low.
Temperature: Best at 10-28°C. Protect from prolonged wet cold.
Media: Free-draining succulent mix with mineral grit.
Feeding: Occasional low-strength feeding during spring-summer.
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