Hen And Chick Succulent

Hens and chicks (Sempervivum tectorum) are hardy succulent perennials perfect for surviving in cold climates. They are drought-resistant plants that need minimal care, making them a great choice for rock gardens and sunny locations. Hens and chicks plants thrive in full sun and require well-drained soil, making them ideal for rock or trough gardens.

These succulents are drought-tolerant and demand minimal watering, as too much moisture causes them to rot. Hen and chicks (Sempervivum), also called houseleeks or hen-widdies, get their name from their ability to readily propagate via offsets, producing new baby plantlets, or chicks, that spread over time. These ground-hugging succulents belong to the Crassulaceae family.

Hens and chicks are a member of the sempervium group of succulent plants. They are versatile, can be grown indoors, outdoors, and can tolerate both cold and warm temperatures. Hens and chicks succulents grow in poor soils with sparse water, so theyre a favorite in many gardens.

Learn about growing Sempervivum now! Hens and chicks (Sempervivum spp) are plants that are native to the mountains of southern Europe. There are hundreds of species, but they all form a tight rosette close to the ground, never topping out at more than about 6 inches tall.

Their thick leaves may be slightly tinged with pink or red.