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Common
name: "Hen and Chicks"
Latin name: Sempervivum tectorum
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Zone: 4
- 8
Elevation to: 10,000'
Growth habit: Mat forming
Max height: 4" - 6"
Spread: 20"
Flowers: Yes, June - July
Flower type: Cymes
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 12+
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Pictured: Sempervivum
tectorum Mix |
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Cultivation:
Plant in full sun in well drained soil. "Hen and Chicks"
tolerates most soil types, heat and drought well. They can be grown in
containers and moved indoors to a high light area for the winter.
There are several colorful new hybrid plants available.
Propagation:
Purchase pre-started plants at your local Garden Center. Once
established, divide rosettes any time during the growing season.
Potential pests ~ diseases:
Rare. |
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