Sempervivum 'Lady's Nail' / Sempervivum Chick Charms Mint Marvel (4 inch)

-About Sempervivum 'Lady's Nail' / Sempervivum Chick Charms Mint Marvel (4 inch)-

Sempervivum' Lady's Nail' is a specific cultivar or variety of Sempervivum, commonly known as Hens and Chicks. As a succulent plant, much like many Soft Echeveria species, Sempervivum' Lady's Nail' is renowned for its rosette-shaped, fleshy leaves that grow in a tight clumping formation. The leaves are green with pale purple or purple tips. The leaves appear spoon-like, but unlike Echeveria, they are thinner and have a firmer texture. The name 'Lady's Nail' likely refers to the appearance of the leaves, which might resemble a woman's nail. Sempervivums are celebrated for their tenacious vitality and ability to thrive in various conditions, making them popular for rock gardens, containers, or other outdoor plantings.

-How to care for Sempervivum' Lady's Nail' / Sempervivum Chick Charms Mint Marvel-

Sun/Temperature: Sempervivum 'Lady's Nail' prefers thriving in an environment that receives abundant sunlight, ranging from full sun to partial shade. It prefers bright light and will thrive when receiving at least 4 to 6 hours of sunlight daily. If you are growing "Lady's Nail" indoors, choose a south-facing or west-facing window to provide sufficient sunlight.

Sempervivums are generally cold-hardy and can tolerate freezing temperatures. Therefore, winter is also their active season. They prefer moderate to warm temperatures during their growing season. The ideal temperature range for most Sempervivums is between 65°F to 80°F. In colder climates, they can survive winter temperatures below freezing if provided with adequate protection. They are cold-resistant but not heat-resistant. Once the summer temperature exceeds 86°F, they can easily die. Therefore, giving shade and proper ventilation during the summer is essential.

Watering/Soil: Sempervivums are drought-tolerant plants prone to rot if overwatered. Water the Sempervivum' Lady's Nail' conservatively and ensure that the soil has a chance to dry completely before the next watering. It's better to underwater than to overwater. In the active growing season, typically in spring and summer, water the Sempervivum' Lady's Nail' approximately once every 1-2 weeks or whenever the soil has completely dried out. In winter, reduce the watering frequency to once a month or less. Use a well-draining soil mix suitable for succulents and cacti. A commercial succulent or cactus potting mix works well. Because they have good drainage, they can drain excess water immediately to prevent root rot.

Propagation： Sempervivums can be propagated through offsets or "chicks" that grow around the base of the main rosette. Carefully detach the offsets and plant them in well-draining soil to establish new plants. Click here to learn more about propagating Sempervivums from the "chicks". 

-More information-

Primary color: green
Secondary color: green, purple
Cold hardiness: Zone 4-9 (-30°F)
Product format: rooted in 4" nursery pots
Suitability: balcony, Window, Garden
Propagation: behead, leaf, stem cutting
Special characteristic: pet safe

We pack all shipments by hand. 

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!!!