Arrives healthy & gift-ready
Healthy plant or replaced free
Plant care guide included with every gift Plus live plant doctor access
Give a 3-month, 6-month, 12-month subscription
View SubscriptionSold Out
Temby forms tight, multicolor rosettes that cluster and spread over time as the mother plant produces a steady ring of offsets around its base. The fleshy leaves shift in tone with the seasons and sun exposure, showing layered hues that deepen with cooler temperatures and brighter light. Its low, ground-hugging growth habit and rosette structure make it easily identifiable.
Like all sempervivums, each individual rosette blooms once in summer, then gives way to the surrounding offsets that carry the colony forward. The plant needs a cool nighttime temperature drop to trigger flowering. Once a rosette completes its bloom cycle, simply remove it and let the offsets fill the space.
Temby spreads steadily by offsets and works well in rock gardens, alpine troughs, container arrangements, and sunny windowsill displays. It tolerates balcony wind and rain, handles drafty spots with ease, and can move outside for summer or stay outdoors well into autumn. The plant is pet-safe around cats and dogs.
Sempervivum 'Temby' grows well in partial to full sun, needing at least four to six hours of direct light daily for best color and compact growth.
Water it deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings, roughly every two to three weeks indoors.
Temby does best in a gritty, fast-draining succulent or cactus mix blended with extra perlite or coarse sand.
It handles temperatures from around -30°F at peak hardiness down through hot summers without stress.
It is hardy in USDA zones 3 through 8, tolerating frost down to approximately -40°F in the coldest zones. It grows outdoors in Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Wyoming, Idaho, Colorado, Utah, Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Oregon, and Washington.
Q: Is Sempervivum 'Temby' safe around pets?
A: It is non-toxic and safe for cats and dogs.
Q: What window placement works best indoors?
A: Sempervivum 'Temby' does best in a bright south- or west-facing window with several hours of direct sun. Rotate the pot regularly so all sides of the rosette receive even light and remain compact.
Q: How do I propagate Temby?
A: Gently twist or snip the small offset rosettes from around the mother plant and set them on fresh, gritty soil. They root quickly on their own.
Q: Can it survive a trip without watering?
A: Temby can go up to ten days without water.
Q: How fast does Temby grow and how large does it get?
A: Individual rosettes typically reach a few inches across, while the colony spreads gradually over time by producing offsets to form a clustering mat.
Q: Why are leaves turning yellow?
A: Yellow leaves are most often a sign of overwatering or waterlogged soil. Temby needs the soil to dry completely between waterings and requires excellent drainage in the pot or ground.
Hand-Packed with Care: Using recyclable wraps and crinkle paper, we ensure every succulent arrives healthy and in perfect condition.
Processing: Shipped within 3-5 business days (Mon-Fri) year-round.
Urgent Orders: Message us for shipping upgrades (additional cost).
Destinations: We ship succulents to all 50 US states and territories, with the exception of Guam.
Cold Weather: If under 40°F, please add a Heat Pack to your order for safety.
🌵 For Succulents
When your package arrives, you may notice a bit of loose soil in the box. This is completely normal during shipping.
Please remove your plants from their packaging right away and follow the care instructions included with your order. Succulents prefer to dry out between waterings, so only water when the soil is completely dry.
Succulents are resilient plants and typically recover quickly once they settle into their new environment. Give them a few days to adjust before placing them in direct sunlight, and avoid fertilizing right away.
*** We pack carefully to protect each plant during transit, so larger orders may arrive in multiple packages
🌿 14-Day Satisfaction Guarantee (Replacement or Refund)
From arrival to long-term care, we’ve got you covered. We carefully pack every plant so it arrives happy and healthy. If something doesn’t look right when it gets to you, don’t worry, we’ll make it right.
How it works:
- Reach out within 14 days of delivery
- Send us your order number and a couple of photos of your plant(s)
- We’ll take care of you with a replacement or a refund
👍 Green Thumb Guarantee (6-Month Extended Coverage)
Still getting the hang of plant care? You’re not on your own. For up to 6 months from your order date, if your plants show serious decline or fail to survive, we’re here to help.
You can claim a gift card to help you continue your plant journey.
How it works:
- This coverage continues after the 14-day guarantee
- Gift card value starts at $15, with the opportunity for more based on your order
- Total gift card value is capped at $50 per order
- One claim per order or subscription
- Gift cards are valid for 6 months from the date of issue
- Just send your order number and a few photos of your plant(s) to support@succulentsbox.com, and we’ll take it from there.
1,000+ Plants, the Largest Selection Online. 600+ succulents, 400+ houseplants, and 70+ air plants, all carefully selected and professionally grown.
Plants That Are Ready to Thrive. Every plant is inspected for health and disease before it leaves our nursery, then shipped on schedule so it arrives fresh. The best plant quality you'll find online.
Gifts and Subscriptions for Any Occasion. 30+ themed gift boxes and 1, 3, 6, or 12-month subscriptions.
14-Day Satisfaction Guarantee. Something not right? Send us your order number and photos and we'll fix it.
6-Month Green Thumb Coverage. The longest guarantee in the industry. If your plant seriously declines, we're still here for you.
Real People, Real Answers. No chatbots. Our team responds within 24 hours. Over 15,000 five-star reviews, and our customers say we have the best customer service in the plant industry.
