| Hen and Chicks | |
| Houseleek |
| Hybrid: | Yes |
| Country of Origin: | (BE) Belgium |
| Size: | Medium 2 1/2" to 4" |
| Foliage: | Tan |
| Offsets per rosette: | 21 to 30 |
| Plant Habit: | Cactus/Succulent |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Partial Shade to Full Shade |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 7b -15 °C (5 °F) to -12.2 °C (10 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 4a |
| Leaves: | Glaucous |
| Flowers: | Blooms on new wood |
| Flower Time: | Late winter and early spring: lfrorlee msaoeemeo biverbsy taasbtyI Late spring or early summer Late summer or early fall Year Round |
| Inflorescence Type: | Spadix |
| Suitable Locations: | Alpine Gardening |
| Uses: | Will Naturalize |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies Other Beneficial Insects |
| Resistances: | Salt tolerant |
| Propagation: Seeds: | Provide light: vr ne, eogrtt uitorrdbs nagmrnepatitqofeeayd ii sinumiSemsi Provide darkness Depth to plant seed Start indoors Will not come true from seed |
| Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Leaf |
| Containers: | Suitable for hanging baskets Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years Needs excellent drainage in pots |
| Miscellaneous: | Endangered |
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