Bring charming, low-maintenance beauty to your garden with Hens and Chicks Flower seeds, known for their rosette-shaped foliage and vibrant blooms. These heirloom, non-GMO seeds are perfect for home gardens, rockeries, borders, and container planting. Sun-loving and easy to grow, Hens and Chicks provide long-lasting seasonal color, making them ideal for gardeners seeking hardy, eye-catching blooms that thrive in sunny conditions.
Features & Specifications:
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Seed Type: Hens and Chicks Flower
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Bloom Color: Varies by variety (commonly pink, red, or yellow)
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Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading succulent perennial
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Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Preference: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
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Height/Spread: 5–15 cm height, 15–30 cm spread (approx.)
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Germination Rate: High-quality seeds with reliable sprouting
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Garden Use: Borders, rock gardens, containers, terraces, and pollinator-friendly spaces
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Seed Quality: Heirloom, Non-GMO
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Sowing Time: Sow indoors in early spring or outdoors after the last frost.
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Soil Preparation: Use well-drained, sandy or loamy soil enriched with compost.
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Sowing Depth: Press seeds lightly onto the soil surface; cover minimally.
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Spacing: Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart once established.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist during germination; water moderately once plants are established.
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Germination Period: 10–20 days under optimal conditions.
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Care Tips: Provide full sun, remove faded blooms, and allow soil to dry slightly between watering to prevent rot.