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Houseleek

Sempervivum tectorum

Crassulaceae
Perennial
Ornamental
Evergreen
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About this plant

Sempervivum tectorum, commonly known as Houseleek, is a perennial ornamental plant that thrives in full sun. It is characterized by its purple blooms and is not toxic.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Low water

Soil

Sandy, Loamy, Chalky

Height

0.1–0.2 m

Spread

0.2–0.4 m

Zones

3–9

Flower colors

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Growing Tips

This plant is known for its resilience and low maintenance requirements. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established. It can be propagated by offsets.

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