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Hen and Chickens

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Jovibarba heuffelii

Genus

Jovibarba

How to care for Hen and Chickens

💦 Water

How often to water your Hen and Chickens

Hen and Chickens needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
12

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Hen and Chickens in your home

Hen and Chickens love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Hen and Chickens does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Hen and Chickens in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Hen and Chickens

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Hen and Chickens: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Hen and Chickens after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Hen and Chickens is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

💦 Water Needs

Hen and Chickens prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Hen and Chickens may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Hen and Chickens is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Hen and Chickens bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Hen and Chickens grows in a rosette pattern, with leaves neatly arranged in a circle. New growth will emerge from the center.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Hen and Chickens can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.