Exposure • Sun

Soil Moisture Needs • Dry

Growth Rate in the Garden • Slow

Critter Resistance • Deer Resistant

Season of Interest (Foliage) • Spring • Summer • Fall • Winter

Season of Interest (Flowering) • Summer

Bloom Color • Pink

Attributes • Easy to Grow • Ground Cover • Drought Tolerant • Container • Evergreen • Rock Garden

Water Requirements • Requires excellent drainage, drought tolerant

Sempervivum arachnoideum 'Forest Frost'

Hens and Chicks

Extremely drought tolerant sempervivum with "spiderwebs" on it. Prefers full sun and is hardy in zones 2-9, it is best not to over water this plant. It is a very slow grower, and is great for planters.

Sempervivum (sem-per-vy'-vum)

Family: Crassulaceae · Common Name: Hens and Chicks

The fascinating combination of varied colors and forms of Hens and Chicks contributes to the diversity of the landscape. Its outstanding texture makes it a unique ground cover or addition to rock gardens. Needs well-drained soil. Blooms in midsummer.