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Echeveria 'Hens and Chicks' - Echeveria 'Hens and Chicks'

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Echeveria 'Hens and Chicks' is an exceptional, drought-resistant succulent admired for its unique, enchanting design. Resembling a hen safeguarding her chicks, each rosette - up to a moderate 12 inches tall and wide - thrives in its cluster formation. Boasting jade green leaves, they can don a show-stopping carmine red edge when basking under full sun exposure, adding a wondrous burst of color to any setting. This hardy delight, requiring minimal water, occasionally sprouts tall stems touting vibrant, orange-red flowers for an unexpected spectacle. Ideal for rock gardens, xeriscape arrangements, indoor containers, or any low-water usage garden, it's a charismatic winner. Its additional superpower – propagating smaller rosettes around the parent plant – amplifies its allure, making the Echeveria 'Hens and Chicks' a low-maintenance marvel to classical and contemporary spaces alike. Suitable for both outdoor and indoor setups, it casually endures cool climates, a true testament to its adaptability wrapped in mesmerizing beauty.

  • Size: Up to 12 inches tall and wide
  • Flowers: Orange-red flowers on tall stems (occasional)
  • Foliage: Jade green leaves, often with red tips under full sun
  • Water usage: Low
  • Sun exposure: Full to partial sun
  • Special Feature: Produces smaller rosettes (or 'chicks') around parent plant (or 'hen')
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