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hens and chickens (Sempervivum tectorum (Common Houseleek))

hens and chickens

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By Nancym

13 May, 2008

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Greenfingers

Greenfingers

13 May, 2008

 

Legend has it that your house will never be struck by llightning if you have these in your garden! They are lovely and seem to be able to grow anywhere. I'd guess an easy plant for a beginner.

jacque

Jacque

13 May, 2008

 

Love the leaf shape of House leeks :)

NancyM

Nancym

13 May, 2008

 

I've never heard that but, not being a fan of lightning, it works for me!



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See who else is growing Sempervivum tectorum (Common Houseleek).

See who else has plants in genus Sempervivum.

This photo is of "Hen and chickens" in Nancym's garden

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