Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
Enjoy bold colors without much maintenance with the Jeanne D'Arc Hens & Chicks. This Sempervivum has thick, fleshy foliage that comes to a pronounced point. The leaves grow in a rosette and feature deep chocolate-brown outer leaves surrounding green inner leaves. White webbing on the leaf tips adds even more texture. Pink flowers bloom on tall stems, but the foliage is the real draw of this plant.
Create a stunning and unique ground cover, or add color to a rock garden with the Jeanne D'Arc Hens & Chicks. Its small size makes this succulent a good choice for a container. This deer-resistant plant is ideal for busy gardeners who want something showy but don’t want a big commitment. Grow the Jeanne D'Arc Hens & Chicks as a perennial in zones 4 through 8.
Jeanne D'Arc Hens & Chicks Care
The Jeanne D'Arc Hens & Chicks need full to partial sun but expect more prolific growth in increased sunlight. These adaptable succulents can live in low-quality soil, but they require ample drainage to thrive. Water only when the soil is dry. Feed the Jeanne D'Arc Hens & Chicks annually using an organic fertilizer to support new growth.
Hens and chicks have a short lifespan and fade after they bloom, but the ‘hens’ send out offshoots known as ‘chicks’ before they decline. Remove faded plants to make space for new ones.
Jeanne D'Arc Hens & Chicks Spacing
Jeanne D'Arc Hens & Chicks reaches 4 to 5 inches tall but spreads 6 to 8 inches wide. Space plants 3 to 4 inches apart for a dense ground cover.
Jeanne D'Arc Hens & Chicks Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8 |
| Plant Type: |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 4 - 5 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 6 - 8 Inches |
| Spacing: 6 - 8 Inches |
| Habit: Clumping, Mounded |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Flower Description: Pink Shades |
| Bloom Period: Summer |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen, Variegated |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Red |
| Foliage Description: Green Shades |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: N/A |
| Attracts: N/A |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Containers, Groundcovers |
| Features: Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Jeanne D'Arc Hens & Chicks |
| Other Name(s): Hens and Chicks |
| Scientific Name: Sempervivum 'Jeanne D'Arc' |
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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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 31th |
| 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.
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Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
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This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: Idaho, AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
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