Hen And Chickens

Sempervivum Tectorum

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Overview

Sempervivum tectorum, commonly known as Hen and Chicks, is a hardy perennial succulent. This low-growing plant forms rosettes, with the 'hen' being the central, larger rosette, surrounded by smaller 'chicks'. Rosettes span up to 4 inches across, thriving in well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. Drought-tolerant and cold-hardy, it's ideal for rock gardens, borders, and ground covers. Zones 3-8. Minimal maintenance required.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, Low, Very LowZones 8–9Climate Subtropical

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — with the 'hen' being the central

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — surrounded by smaller 'chicks'

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — Minimal maintenance required

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — Sempervivum tectorum, commonly known as Hen and Chicks, is a hardy perennial succulent

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — This low-growing plant forms rosettes

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — Rosettes span up to 4 inches across, thriving in well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — this plant is known for its rosette shape

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 8–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Crassulaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — with the 'hen' being the central

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — surrounded by smaller 'chicks'

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — Minimal maintenance required

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — Sempervivum tectorum, commonly known as Hen and Chicks, is a hardy perennial succulent

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — This low-growing plant forms rosettes

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — Rosettes span up to 4 inches across, thriving in well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — this plant is known for its rosette shape

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — commonly referred to as Hen and Chicks

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — Drought-tolerant and cold-hardy, it's ideal for rock gardens, borders, and ground covers

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — roughly 4 to 8 inches in diameter

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — with the 'hen' being the main rosette surrounded by smaller 'chicks'

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — but with varieties that display purple or reddish hues

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — especially under slight stress conditions such as cooler temperatures or light drought

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — ensuring a ground cover that evolves with time.<br><br>The rosettes are comprised of fleshy leaves

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — tolerating a wide range of temperatures and requiring well-draining soil to prevent root rot

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — receiving at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.<br><br>When in bloom

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — the 'hen' dies to give way to the 'chicks'

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — star-shaped flowers on stalks reaching 12 to 18 inches tall

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — typically in early summer

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — It is ideally positioned in full sun to partial shade

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — Hen and Chicks offer an appealing

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — perpetuating its life cycle and spreading the cover.<br><br>For the client

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — nearly carefree choice for rock gardens

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — or as an edging plant - adding structural diversity and year-round interest to the landscape

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