Sempervivum, often called "Hens and Chicks" or "Houseleeks," are charming and incredibly hardy succulent plants. 
 
Rosette Formation:
They grow in tight, symmetrical rosettes of fleshy leaves.  
These rosettes come in a wide range of colors, including various shades of green, red, pink, purple, and even almost black.  
"Hens and Chicks" Growth:
The "hen" refers to the mature, central rosette, which produces numerous smaller offsets or "chicks" around it.
This creates a clustered, mat-forming growth habit.  
Hardiness:
Sempervivum are renowned for their exceptional hardiness, tolerating frost, drought, and poor soil conditions.  
This makes them ideal for beginners and those with less-than-ideal gardening conditions.
Variety:
There are numerous species and cultivars of Sempervivum, offering a vast array of colors, textures, and sizes.  
Some varieties feature "cobweb" textures, while others boast vibrant, contrasting colors.  
Flowering:
In the summer, mature rosettes may produce tall flower stalks with clusters of small, star-shaped flowers, typically in shades of pink, red, or yellow.
It is important to note that after a rosette flowers, that rosette will die, but the surrounding "chicks" will continue to grow.  
Low Maintenance:
They require minimal care, thriving in well-drained soil and full sun.  
Overwatering is the most common cause of problems.
Growing Conditions and Uses:
Light:
Sempervivum prefer full sun, which helps intensify their colors.  
Soil:
They need well-drained, gritty soil to prevent root rot.  
Watering:
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings.  
Uses:
They are perfect for rock gardens, container gardens, green roofs, and even vertical gardens.  
They are also excellent for filling in gaps in garden spaces, and for people who want very low maintenance plants.  
 
 
* Picture and information intended only as a guide. Size and colours of plants will vary, not any 1 plant is exactly the same and minor variations will occur.
 
** All plants will be posted bare rooted.
 
*** If you are after a specfic variety which is pictured, please contact us with the image and we will do our best to obtain that variety for you, however we cannot guarantee as we go by what is available at the time :)