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Sempervivum

Sempervivum

What Are Sempervivum?

Sempervivum, known as houseleeks, are a genus of about 40 species of succulent plants of the Crassulaceae family. Another common name is hen and chicks. They grow as evergreen perennial rosettes.

Sempervivum has a wonderful ability to survive dryness. They have a remarkable progression of color changes throughout the year. They are monocarpic and thus will flower and die, but they normally produce several generations of chicks before that happens.

There are 40 species, and there are hundreds of varieties of hybrids.

How to Grow Beautiful Sempervivum

  • Plant on small mounds to ensure good drainage
  • Containers need to have holes in the bottom for good drainage
  • Trim sempervivum to stay full — use scissors or pinch with your fingers
  • Full sun to part shade
  • Watering instructions: When it is hot and dry, give them a huge drink and water again when they dry out.

Where They Do Best

  • Landscapes
  • Containers
  • Around ponds
  • In living wreaths
  • Rock gardens/walls
  • Green roofs/living roofs
  • As companion plants
  • As water-saving alternatives

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Sedum Chicks

Sedum Chicks, LLC, is a small specialty family-owned nursery in Turner, Oregon, specializing in outdoor hardy succulents for the Pacific Northwest.

Turner, Oregon
United States

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"Thank you so much for sharing your talents and beautiful plants with us. We are inspired. It is always wonderful to discover a local nursery that specializes in plants for the Pacific Northwest."

— Jackie, Lake Grove Garden Club, Oregon

Just wanted to let you know the plants arrived and are beautiful. Thank you so much!

— Connie

"Sedum and sempervivum have so many colors and textures. They are just gorgeous."

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