Jovibarba spp.

 

Jovibarba are closely related to Sempervivum and look quite similar to their cousins. Jovibarba is comprised of three species J. heuffelii, J. sobolifera and J. hirta along with various cultivars. The foliage offers shades of greens and reds. The flowers are yellow rather than pink as in the Sempervivum.

Common Name:  Hen and Chicks

Family:  Crassulaceae (The Stonecrop Family)

Zone Hardiness:  2-9

Light:  Full Sun

Height:  under 4"

Width:  8-12"

Primary Bloom Colour:  Yellow

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Foliage Colour:  Green, Burgundy/Red/Purple

Class:  Evergreen

Type:  Perennial

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Soil Moisture:  Dry, Drought Tolerant

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Fragrance:  No

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Deer Resistant:  Yes

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  Mountainous regions in southeastern Europe.

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