A hardy alpine succulent forming tight rosettes of green leaves tipped with deep red. Commonly known as the Houseleek, this species is easy to grow and develops clusters of offsets that form attractive mats over time. Excellent in pots, rock gardens, or troughs.
Care
Light: Full sun to partial shade. Colour is best with good light exposure.
Water: Moderate watering through the warmer months, reducing over winter. Avoid waterlogging.
Temperature: Frost tolerant; suited to cool to temperate climates.
Media: Use a free-draining cactus or succulent mix.
Feeding: Apply a diluted, low-nitrogen fertiliser during the growing season for best colour.
Key Characteristics
Rosette size: 5-15 cm across
Leaf colour: Green with red tips
Growth habit: Offsetting rosettes forming clumps
Flowers: Pink-purple, star-shaped blooms in summer
Position: Ideal for pots, rockeries, or green roofs
Any decorative slip pots shown in photos are not included.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST. Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Biosecurity States (WA, NT, TAS): These orders require mandatory biosecurity treatment (PHC) and follow a specific weekly schedule:
Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
$20 fee applies to WA orders.
$10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders. This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping costat checkout.
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