Houseleek 'Hippie Chick' ( Sempervivum) , offered by the seed company WH Perron
Houseleek 'Hippie Chick' is a perfect structural plant to add elegance to your rock gardens, containers, green roofs or even as a houseplant. This mix offers a stunning variety of colours and sizes, with succulent rosettes that are hardy to harsh winters. With pre-germinated seeds, dormancy is broken to ensure optimum germination. Durable and easy to grow, this perennial is ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
Latin name : Sempervivum
Zone : 4
Maturity : Perennial
Plant height : 13 cm
Spread : 12.5-25 cm
Color : Assorted Colors
Formulation : Pre-germinated seed
Use : Rockeries, containers, indoor plants
Flowering : August to October
Growing Tips:
Sow seeds indoors 10 to 12 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors once the soil has warmed. Maintain a temperature of 65 to 68°F (18 to 20°C) and place seeds in a slightly moist, well-drained growing medium, pressing gently without covering them. Germination can take 14 to 25 days. Once the seedlings are strong enough, transplant them into containers or directly into rock gardens.
Houseleek 'Hippie Chick' prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil, making it an excellent candidate for dry gardens and rockeries. It also tolerates poor soils, and its low water requirements make it an eco-friendly and undemanding plant.
A versatile and sustainable plant!
The 'Hippie Chick' houseleek captivates with its resilience and natural beauty. Whether adorning an outdoor garden, enhancing green roofs, or adding a touch of elegance to your interior decor, this succulent is a refined and sustainable choice. Its colorful and resilient rosettes transform any space into a charming and calming landscape, while requiring minimal maintenance. A must-have for plant and design lovers!
