Sempervivum tectorum

Hen and Chickens, Houseleek

Family: Crassulaceae Stonecrop


Type Perennial, succulent
USDA Hardiness range 5A - 10A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Pink, purple, red
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Alpine garden, container, ground cover, rock garden
Height 4" to 12" / 10cm to 30cm
Spread 6" to 10" / 15cm to 25cm
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Leaf color Green, purple
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Rounded
Attributes and features Attractive foilage