Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
Bold burgundy leaves have a chocolate brown hue, making the Chick Charms® Mint Chocolate Chips Hens and Chicks stand out. Green leaves have burgundy tips, and as the temperature cools, the leaves turn predominately burgundy with green tips. This Sempervivum 'Mint Chocolate Chip' PPAF has thick, fleshy leaves that grow in a rosette. Each 12-inch wide plant makes a big impact on a landscape.
Sempervivum grows well in rock gardens. Create an intriguing ground cover or grow these leafy beauties in a container. These low-maintenance plants require little care and thrive with a degree of neglect. Foraging animals leave Chick Charms® Mint Chocolate Chips Hens and Chicks alone for added peace of mind. These succulents are winter hardy and grow as perennials in zones 3 through 8.
Chick Charms® Mint Chocolate Chips Hens and Chicks Care
Plant this succulent in full to partial sun. Average garden soil that promotes drainage is best. Water only when the soil is dry. The Chick Charms® Mint Chocolate Chips Hens and Chicks are not heavy feeders, and fertilization isn’t necessary.
Plants fade after blooming, and send out new plants on stolons. Remove the mother hens after they decline to make space for new chicks.
Chick Charms® Mint Chocolate Chips Hens and Chicks Spacing
The Chick Charms® Mint Chocolate Chips Hens and Chicks stand 2 to 3 inches tall and 12 inches wide. Space plants 12 inches apart.
Chick Charms® Mint Chocolate Chips Hens and Chicks Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Perennials |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 2 - 3 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 12 Inches |
| Spacing: 12 Inches |
| Habit: Dwarf |
| Flower Color(s): None |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen, Variegated |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Red |
| Foliage Description: Deep burgundy with green tips |
| Seasonal Interest: 3 Season Interest |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer, Rabbit |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Bees, Butterflies |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Combinations, Containers, Groundcovers |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Deadheading Not Necessary, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: Chick Charms |
| Common Name: Chick Charms® Mint Chocolate Chips Hens and Chicks |
| Other Name(s): Hen and Chicks |
| Scientific Name: Sempervivum 'Mint Chocolate Chip' PPAF |
- SKU:
- SEMMCP
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.
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
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
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
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
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
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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We want your plants to arrive in great condition! If you notice any issues upon delivery, contact us within 3 days.
All bushes, perennials & trees come with an extended 1-year warranty for added confidence. If your plant dies due to a health issue within a year, we’ll make it right.
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 24th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.