Sempervivum 'Crispyn'
Also Known As
- Sempervivum 'Crispin'
- Crispin Hen and Chicken
- Crispin Hens and Chicks
Plant type
cactus / succulent, groundcover
size
- H: 1"-2"
- W: 3"-12"
planting zones
- 4a-8a
Sempervivum 'Crispyn' plant details
Sempervivum 'Crispyn' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with burgundy and green foliage. In summer flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sempervivum 'Crispyn'
- Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
- Plant family: crassulaceae
- Foliage: evergreen burgundy and green
- Mature size: 3 IN - 12 IN - wide, 1 IN - 2 IN - tall
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-lived, rock garden, roof garden, rosette-forming
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sempervivum 'Crispyn'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 8a
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Gardening facts about Sempervivum 'Crispyn' plant
How to Grow Sempervivum 'Crispyn'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- burgundy
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Sempervivum for your garden
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
aka Sempervivum 'Borisii', Sempervivum borisii, Sempervivum borisii ssp. ciliosum, Sempervivum ciliosum var. borisii, Borisii Hen and Chicks, Hens and Chicks
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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