- Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height Up to 3 Inches
- Mature Spread 10 Inches
- Growing Zones 3 - 8
Bold colors and an impressive size make the Chick Charms® Giant Steel Appeal Hens and Chicks a standout in a landscape. The Sempervivum 'Giant Steel Appeal' PPAF has thick succulent foliage that grows in a broad rosette, with leaves coming to a pronounced point. The blue-gray leaves surround a magenta center, providing a bold pop of color.
Add this beauty to a rock garden, border, or near the front of a mixed bed. The Chick Charms® Giant Steel Appeal Hens and Chicks is an excellent option for a container and can be featured as a centerpiece on a patio table. This low-maintenance plant is not demanding and typically does best with a degree of neglect. Grow this extra-large Sempervivum in zones 3 through 8.
Chick Charms® Giant Steel Appeal Hens and Chicks Care
Select a spot in full sun to part shade. Sempervivums are hardy plants that thrive in low-quality soil that is dry and well drained. Less is more when it comes to watering this drought-tolerant plant. Rainfall is often enough to keep this Sempervivum hydrated, but supplemental water may be required if the roots are completely dry.
The hen plant will send out offshoots or chicks that will eventually replace the hen. Leave the hen until the chicks are established, and remove it after the plant declines.
Chick Charms® Giant Steel Appeal Hens and Chicks Spacing
At 3 inches tall and 10 inches wide, the Chick Charms® Giant Steel Appeal Hens and Chicks is big enough to make a significant visual impact on a landscape. Space plants 10 inches apart or feature one in a 12-inch container.
Chick Charms® Giant Steel Appeal Hens and Chicks Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Perennials |
| Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: Up to 3 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 10 Inches |
| Spacing: 10 Inches |
| Habit: Dwarf |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Flower Description: Pink Shades |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen, Variegated |
| Foliage Color(s): Blue, Pink |
| Foliage Description: Gray blue edges with a magenta pink center |
| 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® Giant Steel Appeal Hens and Chicks |
| Other Name(s): Hen and Chicks |
| Scientific Name: Sempervivum 'Giant Steel Appeal' PPAF |
- SKU:
- SEMSA
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