Sempervivum leucanthum rubrum
Also Known As
- Hens & Chicks
Plant type
cactus / succulent, groundcover
size
- H: 3"
- W: 6"
planting zones
- 5a-10a
Sempervivum leucanthum rubrum plant details
Sempervivum leucanthum rubrum is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green and red foliage. In summer pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum leucanthum rubrum
- Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
- Plant family: crassulaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green and red
- Mature size: 6 IN wide, 3 IN tall
- Flowers: pink and white blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-lived, rock garden, roof garden, rosette-forming
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sempervivum leucanthum rubrum
- USDA Zones: 5a - 10a
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Sempervivum leucanthum rubrum plant
How to Grow Sempervivum leucanthum rubrum
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- red
- green
Flower Color
- white
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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aka Sempervivum 'Red Cobweb', Sempervivum arachnoideum 'Red Cobweb', Cobweb Houseleek, Hens and Chickens, Rubrum Hen and Chicks
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 1"-4"
Width: 5"-10"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 1"-2"
Width: 2"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Hens and Chicks
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
4b-9b
Size
Height: 2"-4"
Width: 3"-18"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Purdy's No. 70-1 Hen and Chicks, Purdy's No. 70-1 Houseleek
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 1"-3"
Width: 1"-6"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Sempervivum arachnoideum 'Cobweb', Sempervivum arachnoideum 'Cobwebs', Cobweb Hens & Chicks, Cobweb Houseleek
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 3"-4"
Width: 4"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - low
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