Sempervivum tectorum 'Violaceum'

Hen and Chickens, Houseleek

Family: Crassulaceae Stonecrop


Type Perennial, succulent
USDA Hardiness range 5A - 10A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Pink
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Alpine garden, container, 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, variegated
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Rounded
Attributes and features Attractive foilage