Hens & Chick - Sempervivum - House Leek

Full Sun

Description

This elegant yet very hardy perennial has a unique cupped form and makes rounded rosettes.

Sempervivum is comprised of one large rosette called the “hen” which sprouts many smaller rosettes around it called “chicks”. As the plants age, the “hen” may die out and be replaced by the “chicks”. Plants can be divided easily at any time by pulling up some of the “chicks” and replanting them elsewhere.

This plant is particularly effective when planted in the cracks and crevices of stone walls or walkways. It is also very attractive in containers.

Height:

3.0-4.0 Inches

Spread:

6.0-8.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

3,4,5,6,7,8

Foliage Color:

Blue shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Low Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Poor Soil QualityAverage Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Midsummer

Critter Resistant:

Deer ResistantRabbit Resistant

Seasonal Interest:

Evergreen

Growth Rate:

Slow

Garden Style:

Patio ContainerEclecticRock Garden

Other Features:

Border PlantContainerDrought TolerantEasy To GrowGround CoverSalt TolerantSmallMiniature

Origin:

Not Native to North America