- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 2 - 3 Inches
- Mature Spread 10 - 12 Inches
- Growing Zones 3 - 8
Hens and chicks are sought after by collectors due to the explosion of colors and sizes available to the home gardener. Chick Charms® offers a range of intense colors to fit into your outdoor decorating scheme. Autumn Apple™ Hens and Chicks features deep jade leaves edged in an apple-red hue. The red margins expand and get more intense in cooler temperatures and through the winter. Like other types of Sempervivum, Chick Charms® Hens and chicks are fully winter hardy down to USDA zone 3. These maintenance-free succulents are perfect for gardeners of all skill levels.
Hens and Chicks are not bothered by many pests or diseases. They are almost invisible to deer and rabbits, making them a good choice in areas with high deer populations. Sempervivum is versatile and fits well in a rock garden, container garden, hanging basket, table display, or border planting. They can be combined with other plants for a cottage garden feel or grown in large groups of the same color to give a modern and minimalistic feeling to your outdoor space.
Chick Charms® Autumn Apple™ Hens and Chicks Care
Hens and Chicks will grow well in full sun or part shade as long as the soil is well draining and not heavy clay. Topdress with gravel or pumice after planting to keep mud from splashing on plants during rainstorms or watering sessions. Fertilizing is rarely required and can promote leggy or elongated growth. Water during the initial planting and once every week until the plants are well established. Container-grown hens and chicks will continue to need water but on a 2-3 week schedule depending on the summertime temperatures in your climate.
Hens and chicks will send up flower spikes later in the summer. Often the blooms will die back on their own as the temperatures cool in the fall with no need for deadheading. Any spent foliage can be cleared late in the winter to prepare for the new season's growth.
New plantlets (chicks) appear regularly once the plants are established. These can be left to root in the ground or snipped off the mother plant when roots begin to appear. Gently separate the new chicks and place them on top of a 4-inch pot filled with a fast-draining potting mix. A top dressing of perlite or horticultural grit helps to retain moisture in the soil until the plants have fully rooted. Water sparingly but regularly to keep the potting mix as wet as a wrung-out sponge.
Chick Charms® Autumn Apple™ Hens and Chicks Spacing
Autumn Apple will reach an overall height of 3 inches and an eventual spread of 12 inches when it begins to produce chicks. Space plants 6 inches apart when planting in a garden bed to provide a ground cover effect. Wider spacing allows each plant to stand out as a specimen. Virtually any size container can be used to plant Hens and Chicks as long as it has excellent bottom drainage. Plants can be placed side by side for a full effect or grown singly in shallow bowls or saucers for a sculptural look.
Chick Charms® Autumn Apple™ Hens and Chicks Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Perennials |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 2 - 3 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 10 - 12 Inches |
| Spacing: 6 - 10 Inches |
| Habit: Dwarf, Spreading |
| Flower Color(s): None |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen, Variegated |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Red |
| Foliage Description: Spring greens with cherry red tips |
| Seasonal Interest: 3 Season Interest |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer, Rabbit |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Bees, Butterflies |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Containers, Groundcovers |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: Chick Charms |
| Common Name: Chick Charms® Autumn AppleApple™ Hens and Chicks |
| Other Name(s): Hen and Chicks |
| Scientific Name: Sempervivum 'Autumn Apple' |
- SKU:
- SEMATP
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)
Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an automated email with tracking information.
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations