Hens and Chicks

Sempervivum tectorum

Cold-hardy rosette succulent that multiplies endlessly. Perfect for rock gardens and containers.

Quick Facts

Sun:☀️ Full Sun, ⛅ Partial Shade

Water:💧 Low

USDA Zones:Zones 3–10

Space:🪴 Container, 🌱 Small Bed, 🏡 Large Garden

Soil:Sandy, Loam, Chalky, Silty

Best Season(s):Spring, Summer, Fall

Experience Level:🌱 Beginner

Native Range:Mountains of Southern Europe

Bloom Color:Pink-red star-shaped flowers on a central rosette (that rosette then dies after blooming, replaced by its "chicks")

Bloom Cycle:Summer, once per individual rosette (monocarpic)

Spreads on its own — thin periodically. The "hen" dies after flowering; chicks take over. Virtually indestructible.

Generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Informational only — always check with a veterinarian if you suspect your pet has eaten something it shouldn't have.

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