Sempervivum Supersemp 'Fire Quartz' is a strikingly bold and colorful cold-hardy succulent known for its vivid rosette of red, burgundy, and silvery-green tones, reminiscent of quartz crystals infused with fire. This variety is part of the Supersemp® series, selected for larger rosettes, vibrant coloration, and excellent durability in tough conditions. The colors intensify in cooler seasons, providing dynamic year-round interest.
Perfect for rock gardens, container displays, green roofs, and dry slopes, this low-maintenance plant spreads by producing offsets (the “chicks”) around the main rosette (the “hen”), forming beautiful clusters over time.
Key Features:
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Foliage: Thick, pointed leaves form compact, symmetrical rosettes with vibrant red and frosty green hues.
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Color: Intense red and burgundy shades with silver-green highlights; deepest colors in spring and fall.
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Growth Habit: Clumping, mat-forming; spreads through offsets.
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Size: Typically 4–6 inches tall, spreading up to 12 inches or more with chicks.
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Light Requirements: Full sun for best color; tolerates partial shade.
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Soil: Prefers well-drained, gritty or sandy soils; drought-tolerant once established.
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Hardiness: USDA zones 4–9.
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Water Needs: Low. Allow soil to dry between waterings.
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Flowers: May produce pink star-shaped flowers on tall stalks in summer (plant often dies back after flowering, replaced by offsets).
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Uses: Excellent for rock gardens, containers, walls, rooftop gardens, xeriscapes, and edge plantings.
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Maintenance: Very low; remove spent rosettes and old leaves as needed.
