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    Also Known As

    • Hens & Chicks
    • Houseleek

    Plant type

    perennial, cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 3"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 5a-10b

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    Sempervivum 'Greyfriars' plant details

    Sempervivum 'Greyfriars' is an evergreen perennial cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun and occasional - low water. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum 'Greyfriars'

    Plant type: perennial cactus / succulent
    Plant family: crassulaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 12 IN wide, 3 IN tall
    Flowers: pink blooms in summer
    Uses: container plant, rock garden, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Sempervivum 'Greyfriars'

    USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
    Sun exposure: mostly sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

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    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A larger version of the classic "hens and chicks" with mature rosettes to 6" accross with gray-green foliage tinted red at the base and flushed red with cool weather. Easy and adaptable to any place with sharp drainage and at least half a day of sun. Great container stuffer or patio edge plant where sprays of hot pink summer flowers can be enjoyed up close. Tolerant of periodic drought when established. USDA zone 5.

    By: Cistus Nursery

    Gardening facts about Sempervivum 'Greyfriars' plant

    How to Grow Sempervivum 'Greyfriars'

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - low

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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