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Sempervivum, Hen-and-Chickens, Houseleek, Old Man & Woman, Roof House Leek 'Dakota'

Sempervivum

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Family
Crassulaceae (krass-yoo-LAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Sempervivum (sem-per-VEE-vum)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
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Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Groundcovers
Perennials
Cactus and Succulents
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Red
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics

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Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
This plant is monocarpic
Seed Collecting

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Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

San Leandro, California

Fort Worth, Texas

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