Chick Charms Gold Rush Hens and Chicks
Best low-maintenance succulent for busy gardeners seeking vibrant, year-round color.
The Chick Charms® Gold Rush Hens and Chicks, also known as _Sempervivum_ 'Gold Rush' PPAF, is a striking succulent with fleshy, pointed leaves forming a rosette. Its unique coloration features green outer leaves transitioning to deep red with golden-yellow tips on the inner leaves, creating a vibrant contrast. This mat-forming, evergreen perennial thrives in full sun and dry, rocky soil, making it ideal for containers, borders, or as a ground cover. It's very low maintenance, drought-tolerant, and resistant to deer and rabbits, adding year-round interest with its colorful foliage.
$15.74
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
29
/ 3107
#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-43%
Below average
USDA Hardiness Zones
38
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Who it's for
- Busy gardeners and beginners needing low-maintenance greenery
- Landscapers seeking vibrant, year-round golden color accents
- Homeowners in extreme climates needing resilient, drought-tolerant plants
Who should skip it
- Gardeners prone to overwatering or lacking proper drainage
- New growers expecting permanent, non-flowering rosette structures
- Indoor plant owners worried about potential pest management
Performance breakdown
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in arid conditions with minimal supplemental watering required.
Visual Impact
Striking gold and red foliage provides high-contrast color year-round.
Maintenance Ease
A true set-it-and-forget-it plant for busy gardeners.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rabbits without needing chemical intervention.
Versatility
Adapts perfectly to containers, rock gardens, or tight border spaces.
Hardiness Range
Robust performance across a wide variety of temperate climate zones.
Key Specs
USDA Hardiness Zones
3 - 8
Mature Height
Under 3"
Mature Spread
5 - 6 Inches
Spacing
5 - 6 Inches
Habit
Dwarf
Foliage Type
Evergreen, Variegated
Watering
Low
Resists
Deer, Rabbit
Features
- Bold, contrasting foliage colors
- Mat-forming evergreen perennial
- Excellent for containers and ground cover
- Very low maintenance
- Hardy in zones 3-8
- Drought tolerant
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Attracts bees and butterflies
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the vibrant health and robust quality of Chick Charms Gold Rush Hens and Chicks upon arrival. Many express delight at the careful packaging, ensuring plants reach them in excellent condition. The striking golden green foliage and charming rosette design are frequently highlighted, exceeding aesthetic expectations. Gardeners appreciate how easily these succulents establish and thrive, adding beautiful, low maintenance appeal to various outdoor spaces. This product offers exceptional visual appeal and reliable growth.
Know before you buy
These succulents require well-draining, rocky, or sandy soil. They are highly susceptible to root rot, so avoid planting them in heavy clay or areas where water tends to pool.
Gold Rush is excellent for both. Because of their small, mat-forming habit, they work perfectly in shallow containers, rock gardens, or as a low-maintenance ground cover.
To achieve the best contrast between the green, red, and golden-yellow foliage, provide full sun exposure. While they can tolerate partial shade, the colors may become less vibrant.
Yes, they are generally avoided by deer and rabbits. Their fleshy, succulent texture and tough, rosette-forming leaves are not typically appealing to local wildlife.
No, Chick Charms Gold Rush is hardy in zones 3 through 8. As an evergreen perennial, it is built to withstand freezing temperatures without special protection.
These are drought-tolerant plants that prefer to dry out completely between waterings. In most garden settings, natural rainfall is sufficient once the plant is established.
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