About Chick Charms® Chocolate Kiss™
Chick Charms® Chocolate Kiss™ is a patented hybrid succulent (USPP#34,987) renowned for its unique chocolate-brown foliage and compact growth habit. This Sempervivum hybrid forms perfect 3-4 inch symmetrical rosettes with spoon-shaped leaves that develop rich mahogany tones under full sun exposure. Unlike typical Sempervivums, this cultivar maintains its warm cocoa coloration throughout the seasons, intensifying to near-black in winter. Mature plants produce pink star-shaped flowers on short stalks in early summer. Its exceptional cold tolerance and consistent coloring make it ideal for outdoor succulent gardens and container arrangements.
How to Care for Chick Charms® Chocolate Kiss™
Light: Thrives in full sun (6+ hours daily) for optimal coloration. In USDA zones 8-11, afternoon shade is recommended during extreme summer heat. Insufficient light causes fading to olive green.
Water: Water when soil is completely dry (typically every 7-10 days in summer). Reduce to every 3-4 weeks in winter. Avoid overhead watering to prevent crown rot.
Temperature: Extremely cold hardy, tolerating temperatures down to -30°F (-34°C) when established. Prefers 60-75°F (15-24°C) for active growth.
Soil & Potting: Requires gritty mix (60% pumice/perlite) in shallow containers. Terracotta or concrete pots enhance drainage. Repot every 2-3 years to refresh soil.
Fertilizer: Apply balanced liquid fertilizer (5-5-5) at 1/4 strength monthly during spring/summer.
Pests & Disease: Highly resistant to pests. Watch for occasional aphids - treat with water spray.
Propagation: Propagates easily through offsets. Separate chicks from mother plant in spring, allow 1-2 days to callus, then plant in dry mix. Roots establish within 2-3 weeks.
More Information
Primary color: Milk chocolate brown
Secondary color: Dark mahogany (winter)
Bloom color: Soft pink
Product format: 4 inch potted plant
Cold hardiness: USDA Zones 3-9 (-30°F/-34°C)
Suitability: Rock gardens, green roofs, outdoor containers
Propagation: Offset division (90% success)
Special characteristics: Patented cultivar, evergreen, deer resistant
We have many years of experience shipping live succulents and cactus plants. We pay close attention to packing and have developed an expert shipping method. All succulents are packed and protected with polypropylene cotton (this is a stuffing used for dolls). We find this is the most effective material for protecting live plants while in transit. It is important to us that you are able to Keep going and Keep growing without any stress about the quality of the product or packaging.
Shipping Speed
In general, it takes 3 to 10 days for plants to arrive after you place your order. All orders will be shipped out 48 hours after you place them. We ship the orders on work days(from Monday to Saturday) and all year round. In normal conditions, it will take 3-10 days for you to receive the package. Estimated shipping times are offered as needed.
HOLIDAYS: During weeks in which a holiday occurs - Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, etc. - shipping may be delayed until the following week.
EXTREME WEATHER NOTICE: The Next Gardener reserves the right to hold shipments during storms or periods of extreme heat or cold. This is to ensure your plant does not suffer while it is in transit.
Winter shipping
We insist on shipping succulents to our customers all year round. However due to the extreme winter weather, although we pack succulents with as much protective material as possible, plants are still at increased risk of frost on their way to colder areas. We highly recommend adding one 72-hour heat pack to your order or you can request a hold on the package until it warms up.
Please note that The Next Gardener is not responsible for packages that suffer cold damage without a heat pack. We cannot control the weather. Order at your own risk.
Hawaii, Alaska, and Other US Territories
Fortunately, shipping is available to Alaska, Guam, and other U.S. Territories. However, due to numerous factors beyond our control, including customs checks and shipping delays, free shipping to Hawaii and Puerto Rico is not an option. And we can not provide the 14-day quality guarantee for orders going to Hawaii and Puerto Rico. The buyer will assume all risk of damage when a delivery is delayed. We appreciate your understanding.
Sorry. No International Shipping for now!!!
