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Crassulaceae
Perennials
Jew's-ear 'Peggy'
Houseleek
Joubarbe 'Peggy': 15 cm high and 20.5 cm spread, full sun. Pink flowers in July. Zone 3; choose a soil compatible with its moisture requirements.
- Exposure
- Sun
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- 3
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Common nameJew's-ear 'Peggy'
FamilyCrassulaceae
GenusHouseleek
CultivarPeggy
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameHouseleek
The silhouette of Hens and Chicks ‘Peggy’ (Sempervivum ‘Peggy’) adds texture to garden compositions. The foliage displays shades of purple and red, best showcased among different textures. The usual flowering period is July. When mature, expect 15 cm in height and 20.5 cm in width, making it suitable for border fronts and rock gardens.
Soil choice is essential for Hens and Chicks ‘Peggy’: well-drained, sandy, limestone. Full sun exposure is preferred. After planting Hens and Chicks ‘Peggy’, water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during mild spells. Maintain 20.5 cm of spacing between plants; this helps preserve their shape and allows access for care. The indicated hardiness zone is 3, to be evaluated according to your garden’s conditions.
In a Hens and Chicks ‘Peggy’ planting, allow the daughter rosettes to develop; the rosette that has flowered completes its cycle and will be replaced by its offsets. Hens and Chicks prefer a mineral and well-drained substrate, with no standing water in the heart of the rosettes. For companion planting, consider border sages, upright sedums, and yarrows in varieties with similar needs. The flowering (July) and spread of 20.5 cm will serve as guidelines for distributing other plants around this one.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
8.1 in
Best planting time
Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots to settle before the severe cold sets in.
Propagation
Division of clumps. Sowing does not guarantee the fidelity of a named cultivar.
Growing method
‘Peggy’ Houseleek: In spring after the thaw, or early autumn, allowing the roots to establish before severe cold sets in. After planting ‘Peggy’ Houseleek, water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once rooted, allow the surface to dry between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during th thaws. Houseleeks prefer a mineral, well-draining substrate, with no standing water in the heart of the rosettes.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Soil pH
neutral; general botanical group indication
Care level
Routine maintenance
Watering
After planting Sempervivum 'Peggy', water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during thaws.
Soil type
Well-drained, Sandy, Calcareous
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Low to medium after establishment; priority drainage
Seasonal care
Sempervivum 'Peggy': allow daughter rosettes to develop; the rosette that has flowered will end its cycle and be replaced by its offsets. During its flowering period (July), also monitor damaged stems and neighboring plants that could obscure the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
Stable and perforated container, significantly wider than the root ball; dimensions to be adapted to the format sold and the adult development.
To try 'Peggy' Sempervivum in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suited to the root ball and its future size (20.5 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan for container protection in winter depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
6 inches (15 cm)
Width / spread
8 inches (20.5 cm)
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Persistent
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Rosettes with peripheral offshoots
Fragrance
Undocumented for this selection
Bloom period
July
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Companion plants to consider for Joubarbe ‘Peggy’: border sages, upright sedums, yarrows. Choose varieties that tolerate sun and similar moisture levels; allow each clump its mature space.
Plants to avoid
Around 'Peggy' the hen-and-chicks, especially avoid neighbours that would cover its leaves or heavily compete with its root ball. Light, water, and spread compatibility take precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Houseleek 'Peggy'?
Provide sun and suitable soil (well-drained, sandy, chalky). Sempervivums prefer a mineral and well-drained substrate, with no standing water in the heart of the rosettes.
What's the best spot for Sempervivum 'Peggy'?
Expect a height of around 15 cm and a width of 20.5 cm when mature. Approximately 20.5 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for use in the foreground of borders and rockeries.
When does 'Peggy' hens-and-chicks bloom?
The specified period is July. The flower color is pink. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, season, and plant establishment.
How to water and care for Sempervivum 'Peggy'?
After planting Sempervivum ‘Peggy’, water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry out between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during thaws. Allow the daughter rosettes to develop; the rosette that flowered completes its cycle and will be replaced by its offsets.
Can I grow Sempervivum 'Peggy' in a pot?
To try Joubarbe ‘Peggy’ in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (20.5 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than if it were planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
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