- Hens and Chicks
Botanical name: sempervivum tectorum
Average Size at Maturity: up to 12 inches in height with up to an 18 inch spread
Bloom time: summer. This succulent does not bloom until it is at least 3 – 4 years old and it only blooms once in its lifetime. It has a life expectancy of about 7 years.
Flower color: pink, purple
Hardy zone: zones 5 – 9 (can handle temperatures down to 30 degrees)
Foliage Color: green, blue, purple, pink, red, gray
Growth Rate: can reach maturity in first growing season
Pruning needs: no pruning necessary
Landscape Use:succulent garden, groundcover
Light Needs: about 6 hours of sun a day, but can tolerate less
Special Feature: Medical benefits
Water Needs: drought tolerant, weekly watering recommended
