- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 4 - 6 Inches
- Mature Spread 4 - 6 Inches
- Growing Zones 3 - 8
Succulents have become very popular in the last few years, mainly due to the amazing structural details they have. Peggy is one of the most dramatic of the hardy succulents . The colors this Sempervivum has range from greens, oranges to reds to browns and are evergreen in all hardiness zones, from 3-8. The pink blooms add even more color and interest to this modestly spreading ornamental. Peggy Hens and Chicks will make a bold modern statement, growing in containers that are shallow as well as covering that hard to plant dry section of the garden.
Sempervivum are disease and deer resistant. They prefer an open, free draining soil that is not very fertile. A full sun position will keep Peggy colorful and blooming through the Summer months. Native to the mountains of Southern Europe, Sempervivum does not require much fertilizer or care. They will reproduce many tiny offset plants. These are the Chicks and can be easily transplanted to another pot or location at any time of the year.
Peggy Hens and Chicks Care
Hens and Chicks require very little care. They thrive on low water either in a container or planted in the ground. They make interesting hanging basket partners with other hardy succulents. Also useful as a slow spreading ground cover in any dry, rocky parts of your garden. Full sun is the best position so that the plants stay vibrantly colored.
The only pruning needed for Peggy Hens and Chicks would be deadheading of any spent flower stems late in the summer. These plants can be divided at any time of the year.
Peggy Hens and Chicks Spacing
Initial spacing of 6 - 12 inches ensures that the plants fill in quickly. For the greatest impact, Hens and Chicks will perform well very closely planted in a container or hanging basket.
Peggy Hens and Chicks Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Perennials |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 4 - 6 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 6 - 8 Inches |
| Spacing: 6 - 8 Inches |
| Habit: Spreading |
| Flower Color(s): Pink, Purple |
| Flower Description: Pink And Purple |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Variegated |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Purple, Red |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer, Rabbit |
| Tolerates: Drought, Salt |
| Attracts: Butterflies |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Containers, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Peggy Hens and Chicks |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: SEMPERVIVUM `PEGGY` |
- SKU:
- 1231012010-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
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Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
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Fall into Winter
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Winter
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Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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