Sempervivum Plant Seeds - Flower Plant

Sempervivum, commonly known as Hens and Chicks, is a hardy succulent perennial valued for its attractive rosette-forming growth habit and adaptability to a wide range of growing conditions. It thrives in sunny locations and well-drained soils, making it suitable for rock gardens, containers, borders, green roofs, and succulent displays. The plant gradually forms clusters of rosettes through offsets, creating an appealing ground cover and adding year-round texture to garden landscapes.

Features

• Compact succulent with rosette-forming growth
• Produces clusters of offsets over time
• Suitable for rock gardens, containers, and borders
• Adapted to a variety of growing conditions
• Performs best in well-drained soil
• Suitable for succulent gardens and landscape plantings
• Drought tolerant once established
• Provides year-round foliage interest

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Sempervivum spp.
• Common Name (US): Hens and Chicks
• Seed Type / Variety: Species Seed
• Growth Habit: Rosette-forming succulent perennial
• USDA Zones: 3-8
• Planting Season: Spring, Fall
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: March-May; September-October
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14-30 days at 18-22°C (65-72°F)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy or gritty soil
• Watering Needs: Low; allow soil to dry between watering
• Mature Plant Size: 2-6 inches tall, 4-12 inches spread
• Plant Spacing: 4-8 inches apart