Botanical Name: Common Names:
Sempervivum tectorum Hen and Chicks, Houseleek, Succulent,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Groundcovers, Succulents & Cacti Mat Forming, Rosette, Rounded
Description:
Common Houseleek is an exotic evergreen perennial groundcover with a mat-forming, rosette habit. Flowers may be pink, purple, red or white, produced above rounded foliage. The plant forms dense clusters that spread across the ground, providing low coverage. Commonly used in rock gardens, roof plantings and as a low-maintenance groundcover in dry areas. Grows to approx. 0.15m H x 0.6m W.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
<15cm 30-60cm
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
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