Black Prince Hens and Chicks

Black Prince Hens and Chicks

1 Gallon
$19.90
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Black Prince Hens and Chicks

Echeveria 'Black Prince'

Velvety Dark Burgundy Foliage • Dramatic Sun-Intensified Color • Architectural Rosette Form

$19.90
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Description

Black Prince Hens and Chicks is the regal, dark centerpiece of the succulent collection. Its tightly packed, elegant rosettes feature sharply pointed leaves that deepen from a dark jade green at the base to a rich, velvety burgundy-black at the tips, especially under strong light. This striking color contrast creates a dramatic, almost floral form. While it produces beautiful orange-red flowers on arching stalks, its primary allure is its year-round, architectural foliage. A slow but reliable producer of offsets, it forms a captivating cluster of dark jewels perfect for adding depth and sophistication to pots and gardens.

  • Renowned for its dark, striking rosettes with leaves that transition from green centers to deep burgundy-black tips.

  • Color intensifies to its darkest, most dramatic shade when grown in bright, direct sunlight.

  • Produces attractive, arching flower stalks with vivid orange-red, bell-shaped flowers in cooler months.

  • Forms offsets (“chicks”) at the base over time, allowing it to develop into a handsome clump.

  • Prefers full sun and excellent drainage; its dark leaves can be more susceptible to scorching in extreme, direct afternoon heat.

  • An evergreen succulent with a compact, slow-growing habit, ideal for containers, dish gardens, and as a focal point.

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  • Light: Full sun to partial shade

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  • Features:Foliage: Stunning rosettes of pointed, triangular leaves in deep burgundy-black with lime green centers.Color: Darkest in full sun (greener in shade).Habit: Tight clusters with prolific offsets.Flowers: Vibrant coral-red blooms on arching stalks
  • Mature Size:Height: 4-6 in (10 in with flower stalk).Width: 6-8 in
  • Growth Rate: Slow
  • Key Advantages:Extreme drought tolerance.Striking color contrast.Cold hardy to 20°F (-7°C).Low maintenance
  • Landscape Uses:Gothic garden accent.Container thriller.Living wall component.Gravel garden standout

Faqs

Q: How do I keep it from turning green?
A: The deep color is a stress response to bright light. To maintain the dark “Black Prince” coloration, ensure it receives at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily. It may revert to greener hues in lower light conditions.

Q: Is it cold hardy?
A: No, as an Echeveria, it is tender to frost. It is best suited for USDA zones 9-11 or should be grown in containers that can be brought indoors to a sunny spot when temperatures drop near freezing.

Q: Why are the bottom leaves of my plant dying?
A: It is normal for the lowest, oldest leaves to gradually dry up and be reabsorbed as the plant grows. This natural process helps fuel new growth from the center. Simply remove the completely dry leaves to keep the plant tidy and prevent pest issues.

Q: What’s the difference between this and Sempervivum (common Hen and Chicks)?
A: Key differences: ‘Black Prince’ (Echeveria) is frost-tender, has thicker leaves, forms arching flower stalks, and offsets more slowly. Sempervivum are frost-hardy, have thinner leaves with cobwebby hairs on some varieties, produce upright flower stalks, offset prolifically, and the flowering rosette dies.

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