Houseleeks 'Carmen' (Sempervivum 'Carmen')

Houseleeks 'Carmen'

Also known as: Hen and chicks 'Carmen'

Houseleeks 'Carmen' boasts fleshy, tightly-packed rosettes of succulent leaves that boast a rich, deep green hue with red tips, adding vibrant color to rock gardens and dry landscapes. This hardy perennial thrives in full sun, with its drought-resistant nature allowing it to flourish in well-drained soil, embodying resilience and low maintenance beauty.

Scientific classification

Saxifrages, stonecrops and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

5 cm to 15 cm

Plant Height

22 cm to 30 cm

Spread

Care Guide for Houseleeks 'Carmen'

Every 3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Houseleeks 'Carmen' requires minimal watering, influenced by weather, plant condition, soil moisture, and pot type. Water less during dormancy, especially in extreme temperatures. Observe leaf symptoms for water needs. Weighing pots aids in gauging moisture, while pot materials dictate watering frequency.

Fertilize: Most succulent plants, like houseleeks 'Carmen', thrive in poor environments and typically require no fertilization. A slow-release fertilizer can be applied in early summer, but avoid fertilizing during dormancy to prevent nutrient damage.

Pruning: Houseleeks 'Carmen' is a hardy succulent that forms rosettes of fleshy leaves. Prune in early spring to remove dead leaves and spent flower stalks, promoting healthy growth and air circulation. Avoid over-pruning to prevent stress, enhancing its robustness and visual appeal.

Propagation: Succulent plants, such as houseleeks 'Carmen', are commonly propagated from leaves rather than seeds, which are hard to germinate. Cut a healthy leaf, lay it on slightly humid soil, and provide bright scattered light at 25℃ (77℉). A bud typically develops within one to two weeks.

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