Plant Care Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks

Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks

Taxonomy

Sempervivum 'Cherry Frosty'
Sempervivum
Crassulaceae
Saxifragales

How to care for Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks

šŸ’¦ Water

How often to water your Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks

Water needs for Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks
0.5 cups
every 12

Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesnā€™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.

Calculate water needs of Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
ā˜€ļø Light

Finding light for Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks love being close to bright, sunny windows šŸ˜Ž.

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

Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks does not tolerate low-light šŸš«.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks in your home šŸ”.

šŸŖ“ Nutrients

How to fertilize Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks: 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 itā€™s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks after it doubles in size or once a yearā€”whichever comes first.

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šŸ’” FAQs
šŸ’¦ Water Needs

Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.


ā˜€ļø Sunlight Needs

Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŸ’Ŗ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home šŸ”.


šŸ¶ šŸˆ šŸ‘¶ Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantā€™s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itā€™s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.


šŸ’Ø Humidity

Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.


šŸŖ“ Soil

Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesnā€™t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!


šŸ’© Fertilizer

Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itā€™s refreshed yearly, you shouldnā€™t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


ā„ļø Dormancy

Itā€™s common for Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.


šŸŒŽ Native Region

Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks is native to the Mediterranean.


šŸ§ 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.


Care Summary for Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks

Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks

Cherry Frosty Hens and Chicks


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4ā€ pot your plant is in, and that it doesnā€™t get direct sunlight.

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