what does protect from rain mean?
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Sempervivum (Hens & Chicks)
So many of the Sems indicate that they need to be protected from rain. I'm in SE Michigan and my succulent beds get rained on and snowed on - sometimes in the same week. Do I need to avoid these plants?
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Open Aug 14, 2023 - 03:31 PM
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Aug 14, 2023 - 03:31 PM
People in climates like yours (and wetter!) can certainly grow Sempervivum just fine under those conditions. It's great that you have raised beds and gritty, well-draining soil is also helpful. Rainy climates become an issue when you plant in hollows or have heavy, clay soil.
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Chick Charms® Pineapple Paradise (aka S. 'Hot Summer'): A cheery, vibrant cultivar with a sunny coloration. When grown in bright, outdoor sun it can show a truly pineapple-like yellow tone. Depending on the season, the leaf tips or center of the rosette can show a contrasting cherry red...
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