Sun: full sun to partial shade
Water: Typical water needs for a succulent
Temperature: Zone 4a from -4°30F to -25° F (-34.4 ° C to -31.7° C)
Winter Survival: Winter hardy
Propagation: division
Flower: at the end of summer
Flower Type: coral_colored
Toxic: Generally non-toxic to humans and animals
Dormant: winter
Space Requirement: Indoors & Outdoors
Common Problems: Plants may rot if overwatered, pests
Basc Care for Sempervivum heuffelii ‘Irene’
Watering
You can water your succulent more than often in extreme conditions but make sure that the soil is completely dry before watering your succulent again.
One simple tip for you is that you can use some online apps to check the soil status before you go water your succulents. I would recommend the ThePlantsCheck app, it has some nice features there.
Fertilizing
Only feed this succulent during its active growing seasons which means spring and fall. Use the right fertilizer applied in the right amounts. Applying half-strength balanced fertilizer every month or so is recommended for optimal results.
Do not fertilize during winter as the plant is dormant.
Sun & Location Requirements for "Sempervivum heuffelii ‘Irene’"
Sempervivum heuffelii ‘Irene’ does best when placed in an area that receives full sun to partial shade throughout the day. This variety of succulents can tolerate direct sunlight for short periods, but if the temperatures get too high or the light is too intense it may be beneficial to find a shadier spot.
As per this succulent profile, it is only able to stay healthy when the environment temperature is above the range of zone 4a from -4°30F to -25° F (-34.4 ° C to -31.7° C).
Sempervivum heuffelii ‘Irene’ has excellent winter-hardy characteristics that allow it to survive in freeze conditions with ease. Its thick leaves and stems provide extra insulation against the cold weather, while its deep-rooted roots can absorb moisture from the air even when temperatures drop below freezing. Furthermore, its ability to store water helps it survive long stretches of cold weather without any problems.
Any succulents in the group will need a medium space to grow. You can place your pot at your table or window. Since this plant needs more space than mini succulents, you should consider do not plant them together with other succulents/plants.
Propagation
Toxicity
Sempervivum heuffelii ‘Irene’ is not known to pose any significant health risks, as it is not considered to be toxic. However, it is best to keep the plant away from young children and pets, as they may ingest some of the parts of this plant that could contain toxins which can cause mild skin irritation.
Pests and Diseases
Sempervivum heuffelii ‘Irene’ can be affected common pests and diseases like most of the other succulents such as aphids.
If you do spot any of pest signs, you can treat your succulent using below methods.
- Aphids: quarantine, clean infected plants, soapy water.
Besides that, to prevent serious health issues from happening, keep your succulent in a well-ventilated area and check it regularly for any signs of pests or health problems.
