Sempervivum tectorum
| Scientific Name | Sempervivum tectorum |
| Common Name | Hens and Chicks |
| Family | Crassulaceae, Orpine |
| Habit | Hardy, evergreen succulent. |
| Growth Form | Plant is comprised of rosettes of succulent leaves. The rosettes produce runners of smaller rosettes which are referred as “chicks”. Moderate growth rate. |
| Mature Size | Height: 3-4″ Width: 4-12″ |
| Flowers | Purple red on hairy stems 12″ above rosettes. Summer bloom. |
| Hardiness | Zones 3-8 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun, tolerate part shade. |
| Water Requirements | Water regularly for a few weeks until established. Requires very little care and is very drought tolerant. |
| Soil Requirements | Well drained, dry soil. Plant in dry, sandy soil. Prefer poor, rocky or gravelly soil. |
| Other Info | Parent of many hybrids. Large and open rosettes, hairy flower stem to 12″ tall, thick leaves with dark tips. Landscape habit uses: Rock gardens, dry wall, edging, bedding in dry gardens, containers such as strawberry jar. |
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