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Sempervivum Tectorum
Sempervivum Tectorum Sempervivum Tectorum Ground Cover Sempervivum Tectorum Succulents

Sempervivum Seeds - Tectorum

250 Seeds
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4.99
500 Seeds
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8.99

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

6 inches

WIDTH

24 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer

BLOOM COLOR

Purple

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

OFTEN HOUSE PLANT

Yes

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

2 - 4 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

GROWTH RATE

Slow

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

OFTEN HOUSE PLANT

Yes

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.5 - 7.0

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

4 - 8

HEIGHT

4 inches

WIDTH

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer

BLOOM COLOR

Red

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

OFTEN HOUSE PLANT

Yes

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.5 - 7.0

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

About...

Sempervivum (Sempervivum tectorum) - Also called: Common Houseleek, Hens and Chicks, House Leek, or Roof House Leek. Grown it in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun. While it will tolerate some light shade, it will need some afternoon shade in extremely hot sunny locations.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

70 - 75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Cover seed lightly with peat moss

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.5 - 7.0

SOWING RATE

Approximately 1000 seeds covers 20 square feet

MOISTURE

Keep seeds slightly moist but not wet until germination

Sempervivum Hens & Chicks Succulent Plants
Drought Tolerant Sempervivum Seed Packets For Sale
Our Outsidepride Sempervivum Ground Cover Seeds are hardy, low-maintenance succulent seeds for planting indoor and outdoor gardens. Our drought-tolerant and versatile plants grow in full sun to partial shade, forming dense mats of rosettes that add texture and color to any landscape. Suitable for stone gardens, borders, or containers, they require minimal watering and grow well in well-drained soil. Hardy in areas under Zones 3-10, our Sempervivum provides long-lasting beauty with little care, making it a must-have for any gardener.
Diverse Mix of Sempervivum Varieties
Diverse Mix of Varieties
Sempervivum offer a stunning variety of rosettes with unique colors. From vibrant reds to deep greens and purples, our hardy succulent seeds bring texture and beauty and suitable for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, visually appealing ground cover plants.
Pollinator Friendly Sempervivum Plants
Pollinator Friendly
Sempervivum seed flowers are not just beautiful but also pollinator-friendly. Their vibrant blooms attract bees and other beneficial insects while supporting local habitats and enjoying their stunning appearance. Suitable for gardeners that are looking for a pollinator friendly plant.
Drought Tolerant, Hardy Succulent Sempervivum
Suitable Groundcover Option
Our hardy succulents plants live outdoor, forming dense mats that are both drought-tolerant and visually appealing. Suitable for rock gardens, xeriscaping, and low-maintenance landscaping, it adds beauty and texture, great for creating a vibrant, long-lasting landscape in any garden.
Perennial Sempervivum House Leek Container Plants
Adapts to Containers
Our perennial plants adapts beautifully to containers, offering flexibility for small spaces like patios and balconies. Their compact size make them suitable for growing in pots or window boxes. Enjoy vibrant rosettes and minimal upkeep with our versatile succulents, even in urban environments.
Three Varieties of Sempervivum Hens & Chicks Succulent Ground Cover
Sempervivum, also known as Hens and Chicks succulent plants live offers a wide array of vibrant blooms, with varieties like Hybridum, Montanum, and Tectorum showcasing unique colors. From soft pinks and lavender to bold reds and purples, each rosette holds a delightful surprise. Our succulents seeds make a fantastic addition to any garden, providing year-round visual interest with their unique colors. They are great for stone gardens, containers, or ground covers, offering a mix of beauty and minimal maintenance for every gardener.
Bloom Color, Season, & Height Chart For Sempervivum Hens & Chicks Plants
Our hens and chicks plants live as hardy succulents that bloom gracefully in varieties like Hybridum, Montanum, and Tectorum, providing stunning summer blooms in shades of pink, red, and purple. They a colorful pop to your garden. Suitable for a variety of garden settings, Sempervivum grows in minimal water and full sun, making them well-suited for low-maintenance landscaping. Their long-lasting summer blooms enhance your garden’s visual appeal, offering beauty and color with little upkeep.
Succulent Sempervivum Low Growing Drought Tolerant Plants
Sempervivum grow in temperatures between 70-75F and require light to germinate, with an average germination time of 7-21 days. Sow the seeds by lightly covering them with peat moss and keeping them slightly moist, but not wet. Space plants 24 inches apart, with approximately 1000 seeds covering 20 square feet. Our hardy succulents are not only easy to grow but also support pollinators, offering blooms that benefit your garden's wildlife while providing minimal care and long-lasting beauty.

Sempervivum (Sempervivum tectorum) - Also called: Common Houseleek, Hens and Chicks, House Leek, or Roof House Leek. Grown it in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun. While it will tolerate some light shade, it will need some afternoon shade in extremely hot sunny locations. It thrives in sandy or gravelly soils and will tolerate poor soils and some drought. To perform well it needs sharp soil drainage and avoid overwatering. Plants spread by offsets to form colonies. The original rosette is referred to as the hen, the offsets from that rosette are called the chick. Individual rosettes die after bloom and should be removed from the garden at that time. This plant is moderately salt tolerant.

Sempervivum is often used in rock gardens, as a border front, in rock crevices, along stone walls, as a small area ground cover, and as an edging or foundations. They also make terrific container plants planted indoors or outdoors. Try planting them in a rock wall, with the plants tucked into the crevices which provides a good balance of drainage, radiant heat, and protect the plant's roots at the same time. Hens and chicks are at their best when planted in groups or massed as a ground cover.

Common Questions

Q

How are plants commonly used in the landscape?

A

Sempervivum are commonly used in cracks of stone walls, front of beds and borders, as a small area ground cover, in rock gardens, succulent gardens. They are ideal for edging plants and for decorative troughs and containers.

Q

Will deer eat my plants?

A

No, deer and rabbits avoid these plants.

Q

Are pollinators attracted to sempervivum plants?

A

Yes, bees and butterflies are attracted to the sempervivum plants.

Q

Are plants low maintenance?

A

Yes, sempervivum needs little maintenance after established. They can survive with near total neglect.

ABOUT
FAQ's
VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

70 - 75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Cover seed lightly with peat moss

SOWING RATE

Approximately 1000 seeds covers 20 square feet

MOISTURE

Keep seeds slightly moist but not wet until germination

PLANT SPACING

24 inches

Sempervivum Hens & Chicks Succulent Plants
Drought Tolerant Sempervivum Seed Packets For Sale
Our Outsidepride Sempervivum Ground Cover Seeds are hardy, low-maintenance succulent seeds for planting indoor and outdoor gardens. Our drought-tolerant and versatile plants grow in full sun to partial shade, forming dense mats of rosettes that add texture and color to any landscape. Suitable for stone gardens, borders, or containers, they require minimal watering and grow well in well-drained soil. Hardy in areas under Zones 3-10, our Sempervivum provides long-lasting beauty with little care, making it a must-have for any gardener.
Diverse Mix of Sempervivum Varieties
Diverse Mix of Varieties
Sempervivum offer a stunning variety of rosettes with unique colors. From vibrant reds to deep greens and purples, our hardy succulent seeds bring texture and beauty and suitable for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, visually appealing ground cover plants.
Pollinator Friendly Sempervivum Plants
Pollinator Friendly
Sempervivum seed flowers are not just beautiful but also pollinator-friendly. Their vibrant blooms attract bees and other beneficial insects while supporting local habitats and enjoying their stunning appearance. Suitable for gardeners that are looking for a pollinator friendly plant.
Drought Tolerant, Hardy Succulent Sempervivum
Suitable Groundcover Option
Our hardy succulents plants live outdoor, forming dense mats that are both drought-tolerant and visually appealing. Suitable for rock gardens, xeriscaping, and low-maintenance landscaping, it adds beauty and texture, great for creating a vibrant, long-lasting landscape in any garden.
Perennial Sempervivum House Leek Container Plants
Adapts to Containers
Our perennial plants adapts beautifully to containers, offering flexibility for small spaces like patios and balconies. Their compact size make them suitable for growing in pots or window boxes. Enjoy vibrant rosettes and minimal upkeep with our versatile succulents, even in urban environments.
Three Varieties of Sempervivum Hens & Chicks Succulent Ground Cover
Sempervivum, also known as Hens and Chicks succulent plants live offers a wide array of vibrant blooms, with varieties like Hybridum, Montanum, and Tectorum showcasing unique colors. From soft pinks and lavender to bold reds and purples, each rosette holds a delightful surprise. Our succulents seeds make a fantastic addition to any garden, providing year-round visual interest with their unique colors. They are great for stone gardens, containers, or ground covers, offering a mix of beauty and minimal maintenance for every gardener.
Bloom Color, Season, & Height Chart For Sempervivum Hens & Chicks Plants
Our hens and chicks plants live as hardy succulents that bloom gracefully in varieties like Hybridum, Montanum, and Tectorum, providing stunning summer blooms in shades of pink, red, and purple. They a colorful pop to your garden. Suitable for a variety of garden settings, Sempervivum grows in minimal water and full sun, making them well-suited for low-maintenance landscaping. Their long-lasting summer blooms enhance your garden’s visual appeal, offering beauty and color with little upkeep.
Succulent Sempervivum Low Growing Drought Tolerant Plants
Sempervivum grow in temperatures between 70-75F and require light to germinate, with an average germination time of 7-21 days. Sow the seeds by lightly covering them with peat moss and keeping them slightly moist, but not wet. Space plants 24 inches apart, with approximately 1000 seeds covering 20 square feet. Our hardy succulents are not only easy to grow but also support pollinators, offering blooms that benefit your garden's wildlife while providing minimal care and long-lasting beauty.
Sempervivum (Sempervivum Hybridum) - Commonly called Hens and Chicks these unique drought tolerant ground cover plants are mat-forming succulents that produce clusters of rosettes. These Sempervivum seeds produce foliages of varying shades of green, gray, and even reddish shades. This low-growing ground cover has parent rosettes that are called the "hens" and the smaller rosettes that grow from the parents are called the "chicks." Sempervivum ground cover plants are grown for the succulent foliage, but it does produce 12 inch flower stalks in the summer with blooms of pink and lavender.

Grow Sempervivum succulent plants in full sun to partial shade and in well-drained soil. In the South, Sempervivum Hens and Chicks can profit from partial shade. The rosettes die after flowering but are replaced by new rosettes on lateral runners. Sempervivum is an old-time favorite used in concrete planters on either side of the front entry or as a great ground cover plant. Great in window boxes or niches. It needs little water or attention to thrive making it perfect for xeriscape rock gardens where water conservation is a priority.

Common Questions

Q

How are plants commonly used in the landscape?

A

Sempervivum are commonly used in cracks of stone walls, front of beds and borders, as a small area ground cover, in rock gardens, succulent gardens. They are ideal for edging plants and for decorative troughs and containers.

Q

Will deer eat my plants?

A

No, deer and rabbits avoid these plants.

Q

Are pollinators attracted to sempervivum plants?

A

Yes, bees and butterflies are attracted to the sempervivum plants.

Q

Are plants low maintenance?

A

Yes, sempervivum needs little maintenance after established. They can survive with near total neglect.

ABOUT
FAQ's
VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

70 - 75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Cover seed lightly with peat moss

SOWING RATE

Approximately 1000 seeds covers 20 square feet

MOISTURE

Keep seeds slightly moist but not wet until germination

PLANT SPACING

24 inches

Sempervivum Hens & Chicks Succulent Plants
Drought Tolerant Sempervivum Seed Packets For Sale
Our Outsidepride Sempervivum Ground Cover Seeds are hardy, low-maintenance succulent seeds for planting indoor and outdoor gardens. Our drought-tolerant and versatile plants grow in full sun to partial shade, forming dense mats of rosettes that add texture and color to any landscape. Suitable for stone gardens, borders, or containers, they require minimal watering and grow well in well-drained soil. Hardy in areas under Zones 3-10, our Sempervivum provides long-lasting beauty with little care, making it a must-have for any gardener.
Diverse Mix of Sempervivum Varieties
Diverse Mix of Varieties
Sempervivum offer a stunning variety of rosettes with unique colors. From vibrant reds to deep greens and purples, our hardy succulent seeds bring texture and beauty and suitable for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, visually appealing ground cover plants.
Pollinator Friendly Sempervivum Plants
Pollinator Friendly
Sempervivum seed flowers are not just beautiful but also pollinator-friendly. Their vibrant blooms attract bees and other beneficial insects while supporting local habitats and enjoying their stunning appearance. Suitable for gardeners that are looking for a pollinator friendly plant.
Drought Tolerant, Hardy Succulent Sempervivum
Suitable Groundcover Option
Our hardy succulents plants live outdoor, forming dense mats that are both drought-tolerant and visually appealing. Suitable for rock gardens, xeriscaping, and low-maintenance landscaping, it adds beauty and texture, great for creating a vibrant, long-lasting landscape in any garden.
Perennial Sempervivum House Leek Container Plants
Adapts to Containers
Our perennial plants adapts beautifully to containers, offering flexibility for small spaces like patios and balconies. Their compact size make them suitable for growing in pots or window boxes. Enjoy vibrant rosettes and minimal upkeep with our versatile succulents, even in urban environments.
Three Varieties of Sempervivum Hens & Chicks Succulent Ground Cover
Sempervivum, also known as Hens and Chicks succulent plants live offers a wide array of vibrant blooms, with varieties like Hybridum, Montanum, and Tectorum showcasing unique colors. From soft pinks and lavender to bold reds and purples, each rosette holds a delightful surprise. Our succulents seeds make a fantastic addition to any garden, providing year-round visual interest with their unique colors. They are great for stone gardens, containers, or ground covers, offering a mix of beauty and minimal maintenance for every gardener.
Bloom Color, Season, & Height Chart For Sempervivum Hens & Chicks Plants
Our hens and chicks plants live as hardy succulents that bloom gracefully in varieties like Hybridum, Montanum, and Tectorum, providing stunning summer blooms in shades of pink, red, and purple. They a colorful pop to your garden. Suitable for a variety of garden settings, Sempervivum grows in minimal water and full sun, making them well-suited for low-maintenance landscaping. Their long-lasting summer blooms enhance your garden’s visual appeal, offering beauty and color with little upkeep.
Succulent Sempervivum Low Growing Drought Tolerant Plants
Sempervivum grow in temperatures between 70-75F and require light to germinate, with an average germination time of 7-21 days. Sow the seeds by lightly covering them with peat moss and keeping them slightly moist, but not wet. Space plants 24 inches apart, with approximately 1000 seeds covering 20 square feet. Our hardy succulents are not only easy to grow but also support pollinators, offering blooms that benefit your garden's wildlife while providing minimal care and long-lasting beauty.

Sempervivum (Sempervivum Montanum) - Commonly known as Mountain Hens and Chicks, this ground cover plant can be grown from Sempervivum seeds. Hens and Chicks is a hardy perennial with many small, succulent tight rosettes 2 - 3 inches in diameter all crowded together forming a clump. The rosettes produce many offsets, and the clump can grow over time. Hens and Chicks flowers are in clusters and are reddish-purple and star-shaped. The flowers rise up on short stalks in early summer. Grow Sempervivum succulent plants in sun or light shade and in a sandy well-drained soil. Avoid watering the Mountain Sempervivum excessively, always leaving the soil dry for a few days between waterings. Mountain Hens and Chicks work well in rock gardens, containers, and as a general ground cover plant. They are hardy below 0F and listed to USDA zone 4. Sempervivum Montanum plants are evergreen requiring very little maintenance to thrive.

Sow Hens and Chicks seeds indoors in peat pots. Use a well-draining starter mix and press the Sempervivum seeds into the mix. Cover the seed very lightly with peat moss as the Hens and Chicks ground cover seeds need light to germinate. Keep seeds moist but not wet.

Common Questions

Q

How are plants commonly used in the landscape?

A

Sempervivum are commonly used in cracks of stone walls, front of beds and borders, as a small area ground cover, in rock gardens, succulent gardens. They are ideal for edging plants and for decorative troughs and containers.

Q

Will deer eat my plants?

A

No, deer and rabbits avoid these plants.

Q

Are pollinators attracted to sempervivum plants?

A

Yes, bees and butterflies are attracted to the sempervivum plants.

Q

Are plants low maintenance?

A

Yes, sempervivum needs little maintenance after established. They can survive with near total neglect.

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