{"product_id":"chick-charms-chocolate-kiss-4-inch","title":"Chick Charms® Chocolate Kiss™ (4 inch)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Chick Charms® Chocolate Kiss™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChick 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Care for Chick Charms® Chocolate Kiss™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight: \u003c\/strong\u003eThrives 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature: \u003c\/strong\u003eExtremely cold hardy, tolerating temperatures down to -30°F (-34°C) when established. Prefers 60-75°F (15-24°C) for active growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Potting: \u003c\/strong\u003eRequires gritty mix (60% pumice\/perlite) in shallow containers. Terracotta or concrete pots enhance drainage. Repot every 2-3 years to refresh soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer: \u003c\/strong\u003eApply balanced liquid fertilizer (5-5-5) at 1\/4 strength monthly during spring\/summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePests \u0026amp; Disease: \u003c\/strong\u003eHighly resistant to pests. Watch for occasional aphids - treat with water spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Milk chocolate brown\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecondary color: \u003c\/strong\u003eDark mahogany (winter)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom color: \u003c\/strong\u003eSoft pink\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct format:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 inch potted plant\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold hardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA Zones 3-9 (-30°F\/-34°C)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitability: \u003c\/strong\u003eRock gardens, green roofs, outdoor containers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation: \u003c\/strong\u003eOffset division (90% success)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial characteristics: \u003c\/strong\u003ePatented cultivar, evergreen, deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Next Gardener","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47971113468082,"sku":"vmq1788027803352","price":14.62,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/2370\/6802\/files\/chick-charms-chocolate-kiss-4-inch_1.jpg?v=1788027807","url":"https:\/\/ravelia.shop\/products\/chick-charms-chocolate-kiss-4-inch","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}