Hen and Chicks

Common name Hen and Chicks
Latin name Sempervivum species
Types
  • Ground cover
  • Perennial
Height 1-4"
Spread 6-24"
Light & Water
Full sun:
Part sun:
Zone 1
Bloom month July
Bloom colours
  • Pink
  • Yellow
Foliage colours
  • Blue
  • Burgundy
  • Evergreen
  • Green
  • Silver
Features Attracts pollinators
Notes

House Leeks is another common name. Gaining popularity for dry gardens and green roofs. Hundreds of fascinating varieties grown for their foliage. Form tight low growing rosettes. For a really interesting changing low maintenance sunny dry garden, try a mix of Sedum and Sempervivum. Add a few rocks for texture. Good heat resistance.

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