Sempervivum Species, Hens and Chicks, House Leek, Live-Forever

Sempervivumtectorum var. andreanum

Family
Crassulaceae (krass-yoo-LAY-see-ee)
Genus
Sempervivum (sem-per-VEE-vum)
Synonym
Sempervivum andreanum
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Provides Winter Interest
Smooth
Height
under 6 in. (15 cm)
Spacing
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
Hardiness
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Groundcovers
Perennials
Cactus and Succulents
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Plant is viviparous
This plant is monocarpic
Seed Collecting
Regional

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Gardener's Notes:

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0
neutral
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Kirkland, WA | July 2004 | positive

About the blooms. I have one that produced three 10" stalks and each stalk has about 25-30 blossoms. they are spikey looking. Like the...Read More

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Villas, NJ (Zone 6a) | March 2004 | positive

Hens & chicks spread rapidly.. Thrive in full sun and I also have a lot in full shade,many in part shade. Started with a 3" plant from y...Read More

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