Chick Charms Hens and Chicks

This succulent thrives in full sun, meaning it requires at least six hours of direct sunlight daily to maintain its vibrant color shifts and compact growth habit.

Yes, it is winter hardy in USDA zones 3 through 8. As an evergreen perennial, it will retain its foliage through the winter, typically shifting to a rich dark red color during the colder months.

Very rarely. As a drought-tolerant plant, it prefers dry, well-drained soil and only needs water when the soil is completely dry to the touch. Overwatering can actually harm the plant, so it is best to err on the side of caution.

They are excellent in both. Because they stay small—reaching under 3 inches in height—they work beautifully in rock gardens, borders, or shallow containers where drainage is easy to manage.

Yes, they are considered deer and rabbit resistant. While no plant is entirely immune to hungry wildlife, the texture and taste of these succulents are generally unappealing to them.

You should space them about 5 inches apart. This allows enough room for the rosettes to mature to their full spread of 5 to 6 inches without becoming overcrowded.