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Sunset Hens and Chicks
Sunset Hens and Chicks
Colorful, evergreen foliage
Sunset Hens and Chicks
Colorful, evergreen foliage- Multiplies yearly in the landscape
- Drought tolerant and winter hardy
- Perfect starter plant for beginner gardeners
- Zone 3-8
- Height 4 - 6 inches
- Flowering Date Mid Summer
- Sun Exposure Full Sun
- Ship As 2" POT
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Product Description
A classic succulent, Sunset Hens & Chicks offers a gorgeous combination of emerald green and red rosettes. For years, gardeners have treasured Hens & Chicks for their easy care and eye-catching rosettes that multiply every year. The larger rosettes are called the hens while the smaller rosettes are the chicks. These drought-tolerant , winter-hardy perennials provide year-round interest when grown as a ground cover in rock gardens or planted in the fronts of sunny borders. They also add charm to terra-cotta pots and other patio containers. These easy-care succulents are also a great plant to give to beginning or novice gardeners. Sempervivum 'Sunset'
Product Details
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Botanical Name:
Sempervivum 'Sunset' - Form: Perennial
- Sun Exposure: Full Sun
- Height/Habit: 4 - 6 inches
- Spread: 4 - 6 inches
- Spacing: 4 - 6 inches
- Hardiness Zone: 3-8
- Flowering Date: Mid Summer
- Planting Instructions: Set plant at same level it is growing at in the container. Firm soil and water thoroughly.
- Winter Care: No additional winter care is needed if planted in the ground. If planted in containers, move indoors or to a cool garage.
- Shipped: 2" POT
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Shipping Season: Spring
- Flower Color: Red
- Flower Form: Flower-like clusters of varying sized rosettes
- Foliage Type: Dwarf variety with smaller rosettes of green and red
- Pruning: No pruning needed.
- Soil Requirement: Water plants thoroughly after planting or transplanting, then allow soil to dry slightly between each watering. Well drained soil. Water when soil is mostly dry.
- Watering Requirement: Only water when soil is mostly dry.
- Additional Information: Hens, the larger rosettes, generally only live for three years before they die,they produce a center stalk that flowers. Once the flower fades the rosette dies. The empty spot is quickly filled with chicks.
- Restricted States: AE AK GU HI PR
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