Description
Hens and Chicks is a Sempervivum hybridum alpine succulent, commonly called houseleeks, forming spreading rosettes. Sow on the surface and press into soil, as seeds need light, with cold treatment to aid germination and sprouting in 7-21 days at 70-80 degrees.
Start indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost in half seedling mix and half sand, chilling the sown pot in a clear plastic bag for 2 weeks. Space 4-8 inches apart in full sun to part sun and sandy, well-drained soil; do not overwater.
Features
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Forms recognizable baby rosettes quickly
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Needs very little soil in rocky and dry areas
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Drought tolerant and suited to containers
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Seed count: 200 seeds
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Soil needs: Sandy to average, well-drained
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Light needs: Full sun to part sun
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Growth habit: Spreading rosettes
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Sowing depth: On the surface, press into soil; needs light
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Botanical name: Sempervivum hybridum
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Days to sprout: 7-21 days
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Life cycle and hardiness: Perennial in zones 3-8
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Seller: Seed & Bulb
Customer Reviews
4f****x
VerifiedJust sowed them, nothing up yet.
e****b
VerifiedLove how they cluster together, so fun to look at!
p*f
VerifiedNice
Lots in the packet, nice for filling little gaps.
i****f
VerifiedPut them in a shallow pot and they settled right in.















