Hens and Chickens, or Sempervivum sp., grow well indoors in a container as well as outdoors. The plant looks like a succulent rosette. Some varieties have red edges, such as "Red Beauty," on the ...

This old-fashioned plant, is often referred to as houseleek I love them for their attractive and intriguing shapes and ability to grow under just about any conditions. They do great anywhere there is ...

This week, I want to talk about a group of plants that has always fascinated me: hens and chickens. I got to thinking about them this morning, when a local gardener called with a bunch of questions. I ...

Sedums are sun lovers that grow best in lean, dry, fast-draining soils. Don’t even think about fertilizing them; they thrive on neglect. Plant breeder Chris Hansen from the west side of Michigan has ...

Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Q. Early in the summer, I ...

Brian Kemble is curator at the Ruth Bancroft Garden in Walnut Creek. His monthly column focuses on drought-tolerant plants and dry gardens. The name “hens and chicks” is applied both to plants in the ...

Blooms cascade from a hens and chicks plant in Leesa Miller's Christiansburg garden. Hens and chicks bloom upon reaching maturity, and then the plant dies. GIVE US YOUR BEST SHOTS. Send us photos ...