Job's beard (Sempervivum heuffelii)

Job's beard

Job's beard is a hardy, perennial succulent, characterized by its clumping rosettes with thick, fleshy leaves that are often tipped with purple. These rosettes can proliferate across the surface, creating dense mats that thrive in poor soil and harsh climates by minimizing water loss. Its resilience and capacity to store moisture enable job's beard to endure in rocky, mountainous environments.

Scientific classification

Species

Job's beard (Sempervivum heuffelii)

Saxifrages, stonecrops and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

Summer, Fall

Bloom Time

20 cm

Plant Height

Evergreen

Leaf type

0 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Job's beard

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Native to rocky and arid regions, job's beard thrives with minimal watering, ideally once a week, due to its drought tolerance and water-storing leaves. As an outdoor plant, it suits rock gardens and adapts well to varying moisture levels, benefiting from a robust root system.

Fertilize: Fertilizing job's beard with balanced nutrition boosts growth. Use a low-nitrogen, soluble blend quarterly during the growing season, diluted to a quarter strength. Adjust application frequency based on growth stage and season, reducing in winter. Water job's beard before fertilizing to protect its roots.

Pruning: Job's beard features a rosette form and bright colors. Prune in early to late spring by removing dead leaves, focusing on the outer ones. This maintains shape and promotes denser growth. Use clean tools to prevent infection, enhancing aesthetics and plant vigor.

Propagation: Job's beard is a resilient succulent that propagates effectively through division. Carefully separate offsets with a sterilized knife, allow to dry for a few days, and then pot in well-draining soil. Provide bright, indirect light and minimal watering for successful establishment and growth.

Repotting: Repot job's beard every 2-3 years in spring to enhance rosette growth. Use a shallow, wide container with excellent drainage. After repotting, position in bright, indirect light and resume regular watering once settled to support recovery and health.

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