Sempervivum heuffelii 'Dorado'
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| Management number | 250425807 | Release Date | 2026/09/17 | List Price | US$3.20 | Model Number | 250425807 | ||
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- Description
- Sempervivum 'Dorado' Care Guide
- FAQ/Common Issues
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Sempervivum heuffelii 'Dorado' is a cold-hardy succulent in the Crassulaceae family, native to the mountain regions of southeastern Europe. It grows in rocky, rugged terrain where temperatures swing dramatically and soil stays lean, bringing that mountain toughness straight to your garden or windowsill.
It forms tight, symmetrical rosettes in glowing golden yellow to chartreuse tones that intensify with sun exposure. The leaves are fleshy and pointed, edged with fine cilia. As a clustering hens and chicks succulent, it slowly multiplies into a dense carpet in rock garden plantings or containers.
Sempervivum 'Dorado' blooms in summer, producing star-shaped flowers on upright stalks once a rosette reaches maturity. After flowering, that individual rosette dies back naturally, but the surrounding offsets carry on, keeping the clump full.
You can leave it up to ten days without water. Move it outside in summer or keep it on a sunny balcony year-round; it handles balcony wind and rain well, though a simple cover during prolonged heavy rain prevents waterlogging at the crown. Individual rosettes typically reach 2-4 inches across, and the clustering habit gradually spreads to fill a wider patch over time. It is non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it a safe choice for pet-owning households.
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Sempervivum heuffelii 'Dorado' grows well in partial to full sun, needing at least four to six hours of direct sun daily.
Water it every 10-14 days in summer, allowing soil to dry completely between waterings; reduce to monthly in winter.
Sempervivum 'Dorado' performs best in a gritty, fast-draining mix such as cactus soil blended with 50% perlite or coarse sand.
It tolerates a wide range from roughly 10°F up to 90°F, making it a frost-tolerant outdoor succulent.
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Sempervivum 'Dorado' is a slow to moderate grower that needs no regular fertilizing; a single diluted feed in spring is more than enough.
It is hardy in USDA zones 4-9, tolerating winter lows around -30°F. It grows outdoors year-round across the Pacific Northwest, Rocky Mountain region, Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast, thriving in Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Texas, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
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Q: Is Sempervivum heuffelii 'Dorado' pet friendly?
A: It is non-toxic and safe for cats and dogs.
Q: How big do the rosettes get?
A: Individual rosettes of Sempervivum heuffelii 'Dorado' typically reach 2-4 inches across, with the clustering habit spreading gradually over time.
Q: Can Sempervivum 'Dorado' grow outdoors on a balcony?
A: Yes, it handles balcony wind well and can stay outside through autumn. Provide cover during extended periods of heavy rain to protect the crown from waterlogging.
Q: How cold-hardy is this plant?
A: Sempervivum 'Dorado' tolerates temperatures down to roughly -30°F and is rated for USDA zones 4-9.
Q: How do I propagate Sempervivum 'Dorado'?
A: Separate the offsets, or chicks, that form around the mother rosette and replant them in well-draining soil.
Q: What light does it need?
A: Sempervivum 'Dorado' needs four to six hours of direct sun daily; more sun intensifies the golden-yellow leaf tones.
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