Hen and Chicks, Houseleek
Sempervivum sp.
Succulents
(Detailed plant information can be found at the bottom of the page.)
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Sempervivum sp. Plant Information
| Classification | |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name: | Sempervivum sp. |
| Common Name: | hen and chicks houseleek |
| Family: | Crassulaceae |
| Suggested Uses: | perennials, groundcover, beds & borders performs well in rock gardens and dry wall plantings |
| Characteristics | |
| Plant Form: | spreading |
| Height: | 6 inches |
| Spread: | 6 inches |
| Foliage: | fleshy foliage in rosettes, leaves are gray- green tipped in red bronze foliage selections available |
| Flower: | red, orange, or yellow flowers are in clusters flowers are not the primary ornamental value |
| Bloom Period: | Summer |
| Environment | |
| Sun: | light shade - full sun |
| Water: | low water requirement drought-tolerant |
| Soil: | well-drained |
| Heat Tolerance: | high heat tolerance |
| USDA Zone: | zones 3 - 11 |
| Care | |
| Maintenance: | propagation by division |
TTU Plant Resources
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Address
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Email
Melanie.Jackson@ttu.edu