Sempervivum Twilight Blues

Hens And Chicks, Live Forever, Houseleek

Height: Short 3" / Plant 12" apart
Bloom Time: Early Fall to Late Fall
Sun-Shade: Full Sun to Half Sun/ Half Shade
Zones: 4-10   Get Your Zone
Soil Condition: Normal, Sandy, Clay
Flower Color / Accent: Green / Lavender
Order Code: SETB

Once, every grandchild received a start of this plant from their grandmother. Rosettes of leaves send out many offsets (the chicks) which can be pulled off and transplanted. Prefers sun in almost any soil. Unusual flowers spikes are produced eventually. A resurgence of interest has sempervivums used in living wreaths, spilling out of clay pots, old tea kettles, and even retired work boots. S. Twilight Blues - Large olive-green shaded lavender, purple tips.

Features to Note:
Plants that tolerate a Hot Dry site, Deer Resistant, Evergreen
Price: $7.95 ea.   3+ $7.50 ea. Available: SPRING 2012
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General Information:
Good selection for colder zones (3 & 4).

Plant Care:
Very drought tolerant once established. No special care required. Prefers sandy or gravelly soils in full sun. May need to avoid or amend clay soils. Good winter drainage is important. May benefit from gravel mulch. Offset rosettes will be formed around parent plant. These can be removed once rooted and transplanted elsewhere.