Sempervivum ‘Blue Ice’ — Blue Hen and Chicks

Description

Sempervivum ‘Blue Ice’ is a hardy hen and chicks succulent with cool blue-green rosettes. The color can deepen in bright sun and cool weather. It is a good choice for pots, rock gardens, and dry beds.

How to Grow Blue Ice

Give this plant full sun for tight growth and strong color. In very hot areas, light shade late in the day can help. Use soil that drains fast.

Water well, then let the soil dry before you water again. Wet soil can lead to rot. A gritty cactus or succulent mix works well.

A Tough, Spreading Succulent

The main rosette is the “hen.” Small rosettes, or “chicks,” form around it and make a wider clump. For another hardy choice, see Sempervivum ‘Reinhardt’ or Sempervivum ‘Jade Rose’.

For a different low-growing plant, Sedum ‘Ogon’ adds bright gold color to mixed succulent pots.

Simple Care

• Light: Full sun to light afternoon shade.
• Water: Water well, then let the soil dry.
• Soil: Use a fast-draining mix.
• Habit: Low rosettes that form new offsets.
• Best use: Pots, rock gardens, walls, and dry beds.