Re: Sempervivums
Leslie McKendry-Smith wrote:
> I've had exactly the same experience. One of my gardening books even says
> that "the foliage colours are most vivid when these plants are starved for
> nutrients."
I apply the *Nasty to the nasturtiums* sensibility to the sempervivums.
At my old house, I planted them as a border along the west side of my
house between an exposed foundation and a concrete driveway with great
drainage and loads of sun, but no additional water or fertilizer other
than what Mother nature provided. I had to divide them twice a year
they grew so well (and dividing is no more than pulling the baby plant
off the mother and sticking it in the next available open spot).
The one time I thought I might like them in a more readily viewable spot
in the front yard gardens, they withered and died away . . . .too much
good soil, regular watering and compost.
I have great respect for their hardiness. (can you tell?)
--
Pat
pattm@execpc.com
*When you sell a man a book, you don't sell him 12 ounces of paper
and ink and glue - you sell him a whole new life.*
-Christopher Morley
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