Chia Pet
Chia Pet
Chia Pet
Chia Pets are American styled terracotta figurines[1] used to sprout chia,[2] where
Chia Pet
the chia sprouts grow within a couple of weeks[3] to resemble the animal's fur or
hair.[4] Moistened seeds of chia (Salvia hispanica)[2] are applied to the grooved
terra cotta figurine body.
A range of generic animals has been produced, including a turtle,[7] pig, puppy, kitten,[5] frog, and hippopotamus. Cartoon characters
have also been licensed, including Garfield, Scooby-Doo, Looney Tunes, Shrek, The Simpsons, and SpongeBob.[5] Additionally,
there are Chia Pets depicting real people, includingBarack Obama and Bob Ross.[5]
[8]
Joseph Enterprises sells replacement seeds for Chia products and also sells chia seeds in bulk as a nutritional supplement.
Contents
Release timeline
Types
Chia Pets
Chia Pet Cuddlies
Chia Heads
Chia Emoji
Licensed/Famous Chia
Chia Zombie
Chia: Proud to be American/Freedom of Choice
Chia Trees
Chia Gnome
Herb Gardens
Chia Chef's Garden
Chia Cat Grass Planters
Chia Flower Garden
Promotional items
Watch-Me-Grow Chia Cards
Chia Alarm Clock
Mini Chia Cuddly and Chia Watch
Chia Playing Cards
References
External links
Release timeline
[9]
1982 Wave 1—First widely marketed Chia Pet (later called Chia Ram) introduced.
1984 Wave 2—Chia Bull, Chia Puppy, Chia Kitten, Chia Teddy Bear and Chia Tree introduced.[9]
1985 or 1986 Chia Teddy Bear discontinued.
1993 Wave 3—Chia Bunny, Chia Turtle, and Chia Herb Garden introduced.[9]
1995 Wave 4—Chia Pig, Chia Frog, Chia Hippo, and original Chia Head (later called Chia Guy) introduced. Chia
Ram and Chia Bull discontinued.[9]
1996 Wave 5—Chia Elephant, Chia Kid, Chia Professor , Chia Clown and Chia Terra Cotta Herb Garden
introduced.[2] Chia Guy sold.[2] Chia Herb Garden discontinued.[9]
1998 Wave 6—Chia Cow and Chia Lion Cub introduced.[9]
2000 Wave 7—Chia Dinosaur, Chia Elmer Fudd, Chia Taz, and Chia Tweety introduced. "Watch-Me-Grow Chia
Cards" included. Chia Mr. T issued briefly for TV Land promotion.[9]
2002 Wave 8—Chia Scooby-Doo, Chia Shaggy, and Chia Homer introduced. "Watch-Me-Grow Chia Cards"
discontinued.[9]
2003 Wave 9—Chia Bugs Bunny, Chia Daffy Duck, and Chia Bart introduced.[9]
2004 Wave 10—Chia Shrek, Chia Donkey, Chia Garfield, Chia Cat Grass Planter featuringSylvester and Tweety,
and Gourmet Chia Herb Garden introduced. Chia eTrra Cotta Herb Garden discontinued.[9]
2006 Wave 11—Chia Alex and Chia Marty introduced, Chia Ram and Chia Bull reintroduced, Chia eddy T Bear
reintroduced as Chia Bear, Chia Kid, Chia Clown and Chia Lion Cub retired, ChiaAlarm Clock included with all Chia
Pets, Chia Heads and Chia Tree, Cuddly Chia Puppy and Cuddly Chia Cub introduced.[9]
2007 Pack-ins expanded to include Mini Chia Cuddly and Chia W atch.[9]
2008 Wave 12—Chia Po, Chia Tree with Star Light, and Chia Cat Grass Planter featuring "snoozing kitty"
introduced. Chia Ram, Chia Bull, Chia Turtle, Chia Bear, Chia Elmer Fudd, Chia Bugs Bunny, Chia Daffy Duck, Chia
Tree, Cuddly Chia Puppy, and Cuddly Chia Cub discontinued. Pack-ins include Mini Chia Cuddly and Chia Playing
Cards.[9]
2008 Chia Obama "Determined" and Chia Obama "Happy" released in April 2009, after normal selling season.
2009 Wave 13—Chia SpongeBob,[1] Chia Washington, Chia Lincoln, and Chia Liberty with Torch Light introduced.
Chia Obama "Determined" added to normal production and selling season. ChiaurtleT discontinued. Pack-in items
in normal Chia Pets discontinued.
2012 Wave 14—Chia Hello Kitty, Santa with Chia Tree, Snowman with Chia Tree, Chia Romney, Chia Gingrich, Chia
Paul, and Chia Gnome introduced. Chia Cow , Chia Professor, Chia Washington, Chia Lincoln, and Chia Liberty with
Torch Light discontinued. Chia Pet Coco Crisp given away in a Summer promotion prior to normal selling season.
2013 Wave 15—Chia Willie, Chia Uncle Si, Chia T eenage Mutant Ninja Turtle, Chia Mickey Mouse, Chia Flower
Garden, and Chia Chef's Garden introduced.Chia W ashington and Chia Liberty with Torch Light reintroduced. Chia
Dinosaur, Santa with Chia Tree, Snowman with Chia Tree and Chia Romney discontinued.
2014 Wave 16—Chia Zombies and Chia Minnie Mouse introduced.
2016 Wave 17—Chia Emoji, Chia Pet Sparty, Chia Spider-Man, Chia Indominus Rex, Chia Winnie the Pooh Cat
Grass, Chia Playful Puppy, Chia Cuddly Kitten, Zombie Dragging Drew, and Freedom of Choice 2016 series B ( ernie
Sanders, Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump) introduced.
2017 Wave 18—Chia Bob Ross, Chia Groot, Chia Hulk, Chia Princess, Chia Dinosaur, and three new Chia Emoji:
Tears of Joy, Create Your Own (A customizable planter that the consumer puts stickers on), and Poopy are
introduced.
2018 Wave 19—Chia Deadpool, Chia Predator, Chia Gremlin, Chia E.T. and unspecified Chia Heads based onRick
& Morty and The Golden Girls are being introduced.
Types
Chia Pets
All include seeds for three plantings and drip tray. All include "Watch-Me-Grow Chia Card" as of wave 7, excluding Ram and Bull,
which were discontinued with wave 4, Chia Crocodile, which was introduced in wave 10, and Chia Bear, which was introduced with
wave 11. Watch-Me-Grow Chia Cards discontinued with wave 8. All include a Chia Alarm Clock during wave 11 to celebrate the
25th Anniversary of the Chia Pet in 2006, in 2007 could include either the Chia Alarm Clock, Chia Watch, or Mini Chia Cuddly, and
in 2008 could include either the Mini Chia Cuddly or a deck of Chia Playing Cards.
Chia Ram—Original Chia Pet (1982), discontinued with wave 4. Reintroduced in W ave 11 for the anniversary
(2006), and discontinued again with wave 12.
Chia Bull—Wave 2 (1984), discontinued with wave 4.Reintroduced in Wave 11 for the anniversary (2006), and
discontinued again with wave 12.
Chia Puppy—Wave 2 (1984).
Chia Kitten—Wave 2 (1984).
Chia Teddy Bear/Chia Bear—Wave 2 (1984) as Chia Teddy Bear, discontinued shortly after. Reintroduced in Wave
11 as just Chia Bear for the anniversary (2006), and discontinued again with wave 12.
Chia Bunny—Wave 3 (1993).
Chia Turtle—Wave 3 (1993), discontinued with wave 13.
Chia Pig—Wave 4 (1995).
Chia Frog—Wave 4 (1995).
Chia Hippo—Wave 4 (1995).
Chia Elephant—Wave 5 (1996).
Chia Cow—Wave 6 (1998), discontinued with wave 14.
Chia Dinosaur—Wave 7 (2000), discontinued with wave 15.
Chia Crocodile—Wave 10 (2004).
Chia Cuddly Kitten—Wave 17 (2016).
Chia Playful Puppy—Wave 17 (2016).
Chia Indominus Rex—Wave 17 (2016).
Chia Heads
The Chia Head trademark registration was filed on Wednesday, June 7, 1995.[11] All include seeds for three plantings and drip tray.
Include Watch-Me-Grow Chia Card as of wave 7. Watch-Me-Grow Chia Cards discontinued as of wave 8. Chia Guy and Chia
Professor include a Chia Alarm Clock during wave 11 to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Chia Pet in 2006, in 2007 could
include either the Chia Alarm Clock, Chia Watch, or Mini Chia Cuddly, and in 2008 could include either the Mini Chia Cuddly or a
deck of Chia Playing Cards.
Chia Guy—Original Chia Head, arrived in wave 4 (1995). Only currently produced Chia Head.
Chia Kid—Wave 5 (1996), discontinued with wave 11.
Chia Professor—Wave 5 (1996), discontinued with wave 14.
Chia Clown—Wave 5 (1996), discontinued with wave 11.
Chia Lion Cub—Wave 6 (1998), discontinued with wave 11.
Chia Emoji
Introduced in Wave 17, Chia Emoji are Chia Heads constructed of glossy yellow spheres with painted emoticons on them. The chia
seeds are planted in the same manner as other Chia Heads.
😀 (Smiley)
😍 (Heart Eyes)
😉 (Winky)
😂 (Tears of Joy)
Create Your Own (a blank emoji head with stickers to customize the face)
(Poopy)
Licensed/Famous Chia
All include seeds for three plantings and drip tray. Looney Tunes planters included Watch-Me-Grow Chia Card until cards were
discontinued with wave 8. Called Licensed Chia originally
, then Famous Chia as of wave 10 until 2011. Retitled Licensed Chia Pet as
of wave 14. Most Licensed Chia Pets are sculpted as a Chia Head type of planter
, with exceptions noted below.
The A-Team
Chia Mr. T[12] —Introduced just before normal selling period of wave 7 (2000). Limited run only
.
Looney Tunes
Scooby-Doo!
The Simpsons
DreamWorks Animation
Madagascar
Chia Po—Wave 12 (2008), a bust depicting the character from the waist up, rather than a head as most Licensed
Chia are made, or a full body.
Trolls ChiaPets
Garfield
Chia SpongeBob—Wave 13 (2009), sculpted as a full body planter rather than a head.
Chia Pet Coco Crisp—Given away at Oakland Athletics Stadium during the summer prior to selling season of
(2012).
Hello Kitty
Chia Hello Kitty—Wave 14 (2012), sculpted as a full body planter rather than a head.
Duck Dynasty
Chia Willie—Wave 15 (2013). Sports Chia growth on full beard as well as hair.
Chia Uncle Si—Wave 15 (2013). Sports Chia growth on full beard rather than having hair.
Chia Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle—Wave 15 (2013). The planter depicts a generic Ninja Turtle from the hips up,
sporting Chia growth on the shell on the back of the statuette.
Chia Mickey Mouse—Wave 15 (2013). The planter does not depict a character, rather is in the shape of a flower
pot with a globe resting on top, and black enameled Mickey Mouse ears on the globe. The globe sports the Chia
growth.
Chia Minnie Mouse—Wave 16 (2014). Sports Chia growth on her ears.
Marvel Comics
The Muppets
Chia Kermit
TBA—Wave 19 (2018).
TBA—Wave 19 (2018).
WowWee
Chia Obama "Determined"—released April 2009, after the normal 2008 selling season, and then continued
production with Wave 13 (2009). Base of planter is engraved with "BARACK OBAMA 44th President USA" on the
front, and "Yes We Can" on both sides. All engravings remain unchanged in the Freedom of Choice version.
Chia Obama "Happy"—released only in April 2009, after the normal 2008 selling season. Base of planter is
engraved with "BARACK OBAMA 44th President USA" on the front, and "Y es We Can" on both sides.
[12]
Shortly after the release of the Chia Obama,Walgreens pulled the product saying it does not fit their image.
Chia Washington—Wave 13 (2009). Base of planter is engraved with "GEORGE WASHINGTON 1st President
USA" on the front, "Happiness and moral duty are inseparably connected" on one side, and "Liberty , when it begins
to take root is a plant of rapid growth" on the other side. Discontinued with wave 14, but reintroduced with wave 15.
Chia Lincoln—Wave 13 (2009). Base of planter is engraved with "ABRAHAM LINCOLN 16th President USA" on the
front, "Leave nothing for tomorrow which can be done today" on one side, and "Those who deny freedom to others
deserve it not for themselves" on the other side. Discontinued with wave 14.
Chia Liberty with Torch Light—Wave 13 (2009). Base of planter is engraved with "STATUE of LIBERTY" on the
front, "Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, the wretched refuse of your
teeming shore." on one side, and "Send these, the homeless, tempest-tossed to me. I lift my lamp beside the golden
door." on the other side. The plastic torch flame on the planter lights up, and changes between red, orange, and
yellow color while it remains lit. It is powered by two AAA batteries, which are included with the planter when
purchased. Discontinued with wave 14, but reintroduced with wave 15.
Chia Romney—Wave 14, beginning prior to normal sellingseason. Base of planter is engraved with "WILLARD
"MITT" ROMNEY". There are no side engravings. Discontinued with wave 15.
Chia Gingrich—Wave 14, beginning prior to normal sellingseason. Base of planter is engraved with "NEWT ON
"NEWT" GINGRICH". There are no side engravings.
Chia Paul—Wave 14, beginning prior to normal sellingseason. Base of planter is engraved with "RON P AUL".
There are no side engravings.
Chia Bernie Sanders—Wave 17.
Chia Hillary Clinton—Wave 17.[12]
Chia Donald Trump—Wave 17.
Chia Trees
Chia Tree—Wave 2 (1983),[13] includes seeds for three plantings and drip tray
, can be used as a candle holder.
Included 'Watch-Me-Grow Chia Card' as of wave 7, but no longer as of wave 8. Includes a Chia Alarm Clock during
wave 11 to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Chia Pet in 2006, and in 2007 could include either the Chia Alarm
Clock, Chia Watch, or Mini Chia Cuddly. Discontinued with wave 12.
Chia Tree with Star Light—Wave 12 (2008),[13] includes seeds for three plantings, drip tray , battery canister, and
Star Light. The Star Light is powered by two AA batteries and changes through colors as it remains on. Its battery
canister is placed down into the Chia Tree through the same hole used to fill the planter with water and to hold a
candle on the original Chia Tree.
Santa with Chia Tree—Wave 14 (2012), includes seeds for three plantings, terra cotta planter base/tray, terra cotta
Santa Claus figurine, Mini Chia Tree planter. Discontinued with wave 15 after only one year production.
Snowman with Chia Tree—Wave 14 (2012), includes seeds for three plantings, terra cotta planter base/tray, terra
cotta Snowman figurine, Mini Chia Tree planter. Discontinued with wave 15 after only one year production.
Chia Gnome
Chia Gnome—Wave 14 (2012), a planter sculpted in the shape of a seated gnome. Rather than hair , the planter is
crafted such that the growing Chia forms a beard on the Gnome's chin and chest. Includes seeds for three plantings
and plastic drip tray.
Herb Gardens
All include various things, so each is given a complete listing.
Chia Herb Garden—Wave 3 (1993) initial version: six pots (plastic), six saucers (plastic), time-release plant food,
growing mix for six pots, six packets of different herb seeds (cilantro, sweet marjoram, sweet basil, chives, curled
cress, thyme), six plant markers, recipe book. Discontinued with wave 5 (1996).
Chia Terra Cotta Herb Garden—Wave 5 (1996) second version: four pots (terracotta), four saucers (terracotta),
four Chia Growing Sponges, six packets of herb seeds (cilantro, sweet marjoram, basil, chives, dill, parsley), six
plant markers, four saucer liners, and recipe book. Discontinued with wave 10 (2004).
Gourmet Chia Herb Garden—Wave 10 (2004), includes four pots (terracotta), four saucers (terracotta), four Chia
Growing Sponges, six packets of "gourmet" herb seeds (cilantro, sweet marjoram, sweet basil, chives, dill, curled
parsley), six plant markers, four saucer liners, and recipe book.
Chia Cat Grass Planterfeaturing Sylvester and Tweety—Wave 10 (2004), original Chia Cat Grass Planter with
Sylvester and Tweety from the Looney Tunes on the planter.[14]
Chia Cat Grass Planterfeaturing "snoozing kitty"—Wave 12 (2008), a new Chia Cat Grass Planter was introduced
alongside the original, depicting a non-licensed grey cat sleeping on the edge of the planter .[15] The moniker
"snoozing kitty" is used to differentiate its listing on the Joseph Enterprizes web-site, but is not used on the
packaging.
Chia Winnie the Pooh Cat Grass Planter—Wave 17 (2016).
Promotional items
At various times, promotional items were available, packaged with some Chia Collectibles, rather than being available individually
.
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External links
Official Chia Pet website of Joseph Enterprises, Inc.
News.com: Chia Pet seeks Web name ch-ch-change
A look at a Chia Pet growing in pictures
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