Sempervivum Rojo Red is an attractive succulent plant that is well known by its common name ‘Hen-and-Chicks’. This plant contains more than 40 species, native from Southern Europe. The Hen-and-chicks succulent has amazing dark red foliage leaves. Growing up to 4-6 inches tall in height, this variety of succulents belongs to the Crassulaceae family.
Growth Rate
The growth rate of Sempervivum Rojo Red takes a long time to grow. Hence, it is a slow-growing succulent plant.
Flowering
The Hens and chicks bloom in light pink rosettes during the spring and summer seasons.
Water and Feeding/Fertilizer
The process of watering these plants is done by using a soak and dry method. It needs less water and overwatering should be avoided.
Soil
Sempervivum hens and chicks need well-drained soil with an acidic neutral or alkaline PH balance.
Hardiness
This Sempervivum species belongs to the hardiness zone of 7-11 and has a frost tolerance of 10° F (-12° C).
Light
This succulent plant needs light sunlight. It is easy to grow and looks adorable when it matures.
Propagation
Hens and chicks propagation is possible by seeds or offsets.
Sempervivum Rojo Red is a great addition to a variety of settings. It is a perfect option for expanding your succulent collection or to give as a gift to your loved ones.
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
| Blooming Season | Spring |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Hen-and-chicks |
| Dormancy | - |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Flower | Light pink |
| Frost Tolerance | 10°f (-12°c) |
| Growth Rate | - |
| Hardiness Zone | 7-11 |
| Height | 4-6 in. |
| Origin | Southern europe |
| Scientific Name | Sempervivum rojo red Hens and Chicks |
| Shape | Rosettes |
| Sun Exposure | Light shade |
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United StatesSempervivum Tojo Red Hen and chicks
I would give a 5 star rating. Thrilled to receive my plants. They were wrapped well and sent in a timely manner. They seem to be thriving well. Thank you will buy again.
United StatesIt’s looking good
I am a little crazy to transplant this and other plants in southern Arizona when we have a long run of 110º or more. This plant is looking slightly stressed but healthy and “ready to go” when our temperatures go back below 100º. I’ve bought four plants from Planet Desert in the past month and all have held up well.
Bought as a gift. Fast delivery with trac...
Bought as a gift. Fast delivery with tracking, great packaging, received in great condition. Easy purchase. Very pleased and will buy again. Thank you!
Arrived promptly, packed well and healthy....
Arrived promptly, packed well and healthy. Thank you!
Rojo red is one of the prettiest hens and...
Rojo red is one of the prettiest hens and chick plants that I've seen. It simply lights up its space with the beautiful red coloring.