| Hen and Chicks | |
| Houseleek |
| Hybrid: | Yes |
| Country of Origin: | (BE) Belgium |
| Offsets per rosette: | 11 to 20 |
| Plant Habit: | Vine |
| Life cycle: | Biennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 5a -28.9 °C (-20 °F) to -26.1 °C (-15 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 8a |
| Leaves: | Fragrant |
| Flowers: | Inconspicuous |
| Flower Time: | Late summer or early fall Fall Year Round |
| Inflorescence Type: | Plume |
| Suitable Locations: | Street Tree |
| Uses: | Flowering Tree |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Birds Hummingbirds |
| Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
| Propagation: Seeds: | Provide darkness Stratify seeds Scarify seeds Start indoors |
| Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Cane |
| Containers: | Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years Needs excellent drainage in pots Not suitable for containers |
| Miscellaneous: | Monoecious |
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