Chickâs Charms âGold Nuggetâ is a spectacular new hybrid chosen for its remarkable vibrancy: a bright lime green color in the warm summer months turns to a brilliant orange-red in the colder months. The name Sempervivum means âalways livingâ and this beloved cold-hardy succulent is as easy to grow as it is colorful.
Be sure to plant in well-drained soil. That is the most important factor when trying to grow Sempervivum. Watering is not required once established except during periods of drought. Immediately after transplanting or planting, water generously.
Fertilizing: Fertilize heavily during the fall growth spurt cycle with 200 to 300 ppm general all-purpose fertilizer or 200 ppm of a good Calcium-Magnesium (CaNO3/MgNO3) based fertilizer.
Sempervivum do most of their growing in the spring and summer, and will thrive with weekly watering and afternoon shade if temperatures exceed 80F.
The hen and chicks Sempervivum isn't known to contain any toxic compounds. It's considered a safe plant to grow around pets and children.
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