Royal Ruby Hens and Chicks

Sempervivum 'Royal Ruby'

Clumps of ruby-red to smoky grey-red rosettes provide great texture and color. Spikes of light pink blooms appear in summer. This fast growing selection thrives with little care in well-drained, rocky soil. Plant en masse for an attractive, drought tolerant groundcover. Excellent rock garden or container plant. Evergreen in mild winter areas.

Plant Type Cactus / Succulents, Perennials
Hardiness Zone 4-9
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Height1" - 6" (in), 6" - 12" (in)
Spread1" - 6" (in), 6" - 12" (in)
Spacing 4"-8" (in)
Water Needs Low
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Loam, Sand
Soil PH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Evergreen, Showy
Tolerance Deer, Drought, Rabbit
Attracts Butterflies
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers
Royal Ruby Hens and Chicks | Sempervivum 'Royal Ruby' || Clumps of ruby-red to smoky grey-red rosettes provide great texture and color. Spikes of light pink blooms appear in summer. This fast growing selection thrives with little care in well-drained, rocky soil. Plant en masse for an attractive, drought tolerant groundcover. Excellent rock garden or container plant. Evergreen in mild winter areas.
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, Low Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Well-Drained, Evergreen, Showy, Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Rabbit Tolerant, Attracts Butterflies, Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers
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