Hen and Chicks | |
Houseleek |
Hybrid: | Yes |
Country of Origin: | (CZ) Czech Republic |
Offsets per rosette: | 1 to 5 |
Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Biennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 5b -26.1 °C (-15 °F) to -23.3 °C (-10 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 8a |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color |
Flowers: | Fragrant |
Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer: oeb eteliotsaosf I v ay yerm aebem rlrsb Other |
Inflorescence Type: | Cyme |
Suitable Locations: | Patio/Ornamental/Small Tree |
Uses: | Suitable as Annual |
Wildlife Attractant: | Birds Hummingbirds |
Resistances: | Squirrels |
Propagation: Seeds: | Self fertile: qSav rydno tnegtoadipttesaesi inr reuigeebnm ourt ,irm imifs Provide darkness Can handle transplanting Seeds are hydrophilic |
Propagation: Other methods: | Division |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years |
Miscellaneous: | Tolerates poor soil |
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