Hen and Chicks (Sempervivum calcareum)

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sempervivum
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Resistances
Deer Resistant
Sun Requirements
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Uses
Groundcover, Provides winter interest
Wildlife Attractant
Bees, Butterflies
Containers
Needs excellent drainage in pots, Suitable in 1 gallon, Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Flower Time
Fall, Late summer or early fall, Other: It may be several years before it blooms, Summer
Flowers
Showy
Leaves
Evergreen
Life cycle
Perennial
Minimum cold hardiness
Zone 4a -34.4 °C (-30 °F) to -31.7 °C (-25 °F)
Miscellaneous
Monocarpic
Plant Habit
Cactus/Succulent
Propagation: Other methods
Offsets
Propagation: Seeds
but is not required, Provide light, Sow in situ, Stratify seeds: Stratifying seeds may improve germination, Suitable for wintersowing, Will not come true from seed
Detailed Information

Sempervivum calcareum, commonly known as Hen and Chicks, is native to the **European Alps**, specifically in the **south-western part, including areas of France and Switzerland.**

Therefore, the likely geographical location or native region of Sempervivum calcareum is the **European Alps, particularly France and Switzerland.**

Suitable in 1 gallon, Suitable in 3 gallon or larger, Needs excellent drainage in pots