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Sempervivum tectorum

Hens and Chicks (House Leek)

Plump, pointed leaves of green, blue-green, reds, and purples, form rosettes which spread by offsets to form colonies.

  • »  Succulent perennial with open rosettes
  • »  Plants spread by offsets to form colonies
  • »  Mix of greens, blue-greens, reds and purples
  • »  Ideal for rock walls or roof gardens
  • »  Low maintenance perennial
  • »  Bloom Time: June to July

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9cm Potted
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18cm Pan
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Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Attributes
• Drought Tolerant
• Evergreen
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Summer
Habit
• Spreading
Foliage Color
• Multi-coloured
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Rock garden
• Rooftop (extensive)
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Sempervivum tectorum

Grows best in an average to dry, well-drained soil, in full sun to partial shade. Protect from winter wet.