Sempervivum 'Hart'

Also Known As

Hart House Leek
Hens & Chicks

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

H: 3"-6"
W: 6"-18"

planting zones

4a-10b

Sempervivum 'Hart' plant details

Sempervivum 'Hart' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green and red foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum 'Hart'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: alpine, container plant, easy-to-grow, long-lived, rock garden, roof garden, rosette-forming, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sempervivum 'Hart'

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fantastic David T. Ford hybrid houseleek from the U.K. with rich green leaves tipped with red - the colors of Christmas! Large rosettes, eventually around 8-9" across will produce offsets that form impressive colonies over time. Use as an accent plant in rock walls, containers, alpine garden, or on a rooftop. Well-drained soil a must. Part to full sun. Frost hardy. USDA zone 4.