Jovibarba allionii
Allioni beard of Jupiter
An evergreen, mat-forming perennial forming small rosettes of bright green leaves that may be tinged and tipped with red. Flower stems bearing pale yellow flowers may be produced by mature plants in summer; rosettes die after flowering
Synonyms
Sempervivum 'Hirsutum'Jovibarba hirta subsp. allionii
see moreSempervivum allionii
Sempervivum Key Lime Kiss (Chick Charm Series)
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Yellow | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing or North–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Crassulaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- Genus
Jovibarba are rosette-forming perennial succulents. They are mainly grown for their architectural and colourful foliage, but they may also produce pale greenish-yellow or yellow bell-shaped flowers.
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Alps
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, gritty, well-drained soil in full sun. Protect from excessive winter wet
Propagation
Propagate by rooting offsets in summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to vine weevil
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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