- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height Up to 3 Inches
- Mature Spread 11 Inches
- Growing Zones 3 - 8
Chick Charms® Giant Emerald Explosion Hens and Chicks features a rosette of evenly arranged deep green, triangular leaves brushed with burgundy in their middles. The main ‘hen’ produces adorable chicks, as well as large pink flowers. Reaching a maximum height of 3 inches and spread of 10 inches, this low-maintenance succulent stays compact. Sempervivum 'Emerald Explosion' PPAF is a beautiful option for a busy person who wants to add gorgeous, non-fuss color to a patio or rock garden. This evergreen perennial provides interest year-round.
This tough succulent has slow, mound-forming, and spreading growth. Plant it in containers, including strawberry jars, or crevices, and include it in borders, ground covers, and alpine gardens. Native to Europe, this succulent is drought tolerant, deer and rabbit resistant, and cold hardy in zones 3-8. With its charming name and appearance, Chick Charms® Giant Emerald Explosion Hens and Chicks poses minimal problems for movers and shakers with little time to get their hands dirty.
Chick Charms® Giant Emerald Explosion Hens and Chicks Care
A typical succulent, Chick Charms® Giant Emerald Explosion Hens and Chicks, thrives in full sun and in poor soil. Plant in spring after the last threat of frost has passed in well-draining, sandy soil. It is susceptible to diseases causing crown rot, so amend poorly draining soil with compost, and water only when the top two inches of soil are dry. Do not fertilize. No pruning is typically required.
Plant in a wide, shallow container in a potting mix specifically designed for cacti. Water containers during spring, summer, and fall when the top two inches of soil are dry, but refrain from watering during this plant’s dormant period in the winter unless you bring the container indoors to overwinter. Fertilizer is rarely required, but if necessary, apply a balanced fertilizer diluted to 50% of the manufacturer’s recommendation. To overwinter in exceptionally cold locales, bring the plant inside and place it in a location receiving bright direct light, preferably near a south-facing window.
Chick Charms® Giant Emerald Explosion Hens and Chicks Spacing
Space plants 10 inches apart. Allow chicks to roam or separate from their mother and plant elsewhere. Plant with other cold-hardy succulents, such as agave, echeveria, and sedum, in containers or in rooftop, rock, alpine, and crevice gardens.
Chick Charms® Giant Emerald Explosion 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: Up to 3 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 11 Inches |
| Spacing: 10 Inches |
| Habit: Dwarf |
| Flower Color(s): Green, Pink |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen, Variegated |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Pink |
| Foliage Description: Green and Pink Shades |
| Seasonal Interest: 3 Season Interest |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer, Rabbit |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Bees, Butterflies |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Containers, Groundcovers |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Deadheading Not Necessary, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: Chick Charms |
| Common Name: Chick Charms® Giant Emerald Explosion Hens and Chicks |
| Other Name(s): Hen and Chicks |
| Scientific Name: Sempervivum 'Emerald Explosion' PPAF |
- SKU:
- SEMEE
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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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