Sempervivum 'Purple Beauty' Hens & Chicks
Sempervivum 'Purple Beauty', a striking evergreen perennial known as Hens & Chicks, forms mat-like clusters of semi-open rosettes. Its green centers are beautifully contrasted by deep purple tips, creating a unique visual appeal. This succulent thrives in challenging conditions, including rock walls and dry stone crevices, making it ideal for rock gardens, xeriscapes, and alpine settings. It also serves as an attractive ground cover when planted in mass or as a charming container plant. Adaptable and cold-hardy, 'Purple Beauty' requires minimal care and prefers sunny locations with well-draining, gritty soil.
$18.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2421
/ 2656
#2421 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-57%
Below average
Genus
Sempervivum
/ Sempervivum
Who it's for
- Effortless Care
- Striking Color
- Natural Spreaders
Who should skip it
- Drainage Dependent
- Monocarpic Bloom
- Potential for Overgrowth
Key Specs
Genus
Sempervivum
Species
hybrid
Variety
'Purple Beauty'
Item Form
Bareroot
Height
4 in
Width
8 in
Foliage Color
Purple, Medium Green
Soil Tolerance
Normal, loamy
Features
- Architectural form and versatility
- Thrives in unusual places like rock walls and crevices
- Creates attractive ground cover when planted en masse
- Beautiful as indoor or outdoor container plants
- Adaptable and cold hardy with minimal maintenance
- Tolerates drought and resists pests, disease, deer, and rabbits
- Requires especially sharp drainage
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Sempervivum 'Purple Beauty' Hens & Chicks for its exceptional quality and vibrant aesthetic appeal. Many reviewers highlight the plant's robust health upon arrival and its remarkable hardiness, thriving effortlessly in various conditions. The striking purple coloration is a frequent point of admiration, adding a beautiful design element to gardens and containers. Its ease of care and ability to readily produce new "chicks" further enhance its appeal, offering excellent value and a rewarding gardening experience for both novices and experienced enthusiasts.
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