{"product_id":"sempervivum-weirdo","title":"Sempervivum ‘Weirdo’","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSempervivum\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Weirdo’ is an unusual houseleek cultivar producing compact rosettes of long, irregularly arranged leaves. Its olive-green foliage develops deep red to burgundy colouring, particularly under strong light and cooler conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced by American breeder Kevin C. Vaughn in 1975, ‘Weirdo’ is noted for producing its offsets tightly against the base of the main rosette. This eventually creates a compact, crowded clump rather than a widely spreading mat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e Grow outdoors in full sun to light afternoon shade. Strong light encourages compact growth and deeper burgundy colouring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater:\u003c\/b\u003e Water thoroughly, then allow the potting mix to dry before watering again. Reduce watering during cool or wet weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e Frost hardy once established. Protect from prolonged waterlogging rather than ordinary winter cold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMedia:\u003c\/b\u003e Use a coarse, sharply draining succulent mix. It is also suitable for rock gardens and other areas with lean, well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/b\u003e Feed sparingly during active growth. Rich soil and excessive fertiliser can produce soft, open growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive American cultivar introduced in 1975\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact rosettes growing to approximately 5 cm across\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong, irregularly arranged, pointed leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOlive-green foliage with red to deep burgundy seasonal colouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffsets develop closely around the base of the parent rosette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow-growing, clumping habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for outdoor pots, rockeries, walls and alpine-style gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery tolerant of frost and cold conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/b\u003e Foliage colour changes naturally with the season, temperature and light levels. Plants may be greener during active growth or when grown under lower light.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cactus - Lodge","offers":[{"title":"66mm Pot","offer_id":52283964391712,"sku":"S214","price":9.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/6261\/4816\/files\/sempervivum-weirdo-potted-plant.jpg?v=1788150964","url":"https:\/\/collectorsonline.com.au\/products\/sempervivum-weirdo","provider":"Collectors Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}