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How to Care Sedums, Growing Sedums, Caring for Sedums
Also known as : Stonecrops
Sedums, popularly known as Stonecrop, is a hardy, drought tolerant genus ideal for sunny garden spots. They require full sunlight exposure, minimal watering, and thrive in temperatures ranging from 16-24℃. They prefer well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5. Common challenges include root rot due to overwatering and insect pests like mealybugs. Seasonally, sedums benefits from deadheading in late winter/early spring while it's advisable to monitor moisture levels during hot, dry summer months to prevent desiccation.
Watering Frequency
Every 3 weeks
Sunlight
Full sun
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How to Water Sedums?
Watering Frequency: Every 3 weeks
Sedums thrives in well-drained soil, reflecting its native resilience to periodic droughts. It is adapted to retain moisture, exhibiting a preference for drier conditions and demonstrating a notable drought tolerance. For optimal health, sedums requires watering once every three weeks, ensuring the soil has time to dry between waterings. As a succulent commonly grown outdoors, sedums's ability to store water in its fleshy leaves allows it to withstand periods without rain, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens or arid climate landscaping.
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Sedums?
Ideal Lighting: Full sun
Sedums thrive in their natural habitat, which consists of rocky, well-drained soils often in full sun environments. Optimal lighting for sedums includes bright, direct sunlight for at least six hours daily. Adequate light is crucial for photosynthesis, healthy growth, and vibrant flower production. In insufficient light, sedums may become leggy and produce fewer blooms. For gardeners, placing sedums in south-facing locations ensures maximum light exposure. Indoors, a south or west-facing window can provide the necessary intensity, though supplemental grow lights might be needed in darker climates.
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How to Propagate Sedums?
Propagation Type: Sowing, Cutting, Division
Primary propagation methods for sedums include seed sowing, stem cuttings, leaf cuttings, and division. Successful propagation hinges on factors such as bright light, warm temperatures, and well-draining soil. Special considerations involve ensuring cuttings and divisions dry before planting to prevent rot, and seeds may require stratification to germinate. Generally, propagation is easy and accessible for beginners. Step-by-step, start with clipping a stem or leaf, let the cut end callous, plant in a well-draining mix, water sparingly, and wait for roots to establish. Division is simply separating and replanting clumps during the dormant phase.
How to Plant Sedums?
Planting Time: Spring, Fall
To ensure optimal growth, sedums requires well-draining soil, full sun exposure, and regular but moderate watering. When planting, select a sunlit site and prepare the area by loosening the soil. Position the plant at the same depth it was in the nursery pot. Water thoroughly after planting, then allow soil to dry before next watering. It's vital to understand that specific sedums species may have varying needs. Always cross-check planting information against recognized horticultural references for best results.
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Attributes of Sedums
Water
Drought-tolerant. Allow the soil to dry completely between watering.
Sunlight
Full sun
Tolerance Lighting
Partial sun
Planting Time
Spring, Fall
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃
Soil
Sand, Loam
Propagation
Sowing, Cutting, Division
Planting Time
Spring, Fall
Scientific Classification of Sedums
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Types of Sedums
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Garden stonecrop
Garden stonecrop (Hylotelephium erythrostictum) is a perennial herbaceous species that can be toxic to animals and humans. Garden stonecrop grows wild in China, Japan, Russia, and Korea in meadows and ravines within warm and temperate climates. This species is cultivated as a houseplant and grows ideally in moderate, well-drained soils. The plant's leaves will become weak and floppy if it is grown in too much shade or soil that is too rich.
Hylotelephium verticillatum
Hylotelephium verticillatum is a perennial succulent with fleshy leaves arranged in a whorled pattern, forming a mosaic-like rosette. Its stems are sturdy, crowned in summer with clusters of tiny, star-shaped pinkish flowers that attract pollinators. Thriving in well-drained soils and sunny spots, it's a drought-tolerant species that blooms even in gravelly substrates.
Orpine
Orpine (Hylotelephium telephium) is a perennial succulent native to Eurasia. This species is often planted in gardens for ornamental purposes and grows best in gravelly or calcareous soils. In Finland, the orpine is an officially protected species because its leaves are the most important food source for the Apollo butterfly, the largest type of butterfly in that country.
Showy stonecrop
Showy stonecrop (Hylotelephium spectabile) is a perennial succulent native to China and Korea. Showy stonecrop is often cultivated as ground cover and valued for its drought tolerance. This species used to be classified as *Sedum spectabile, *and is also commonly known as butterfly stonecrop.
Pink mongolian stonecrop
Pink mongolian stonecrop is named for its flower color and central Asian origins. In its native Alpine forests and rocky crevices, it can be identified by its bright pink, summer-blooming flowers. These showy flowers have made it a popular ornamental, and it is well suited to containers and rock gardens or the front of borders.
Cliff-dwelling stonecrop
A popular succulent for rock gardens, the cliff-dwelling stonecrop boasts much showier flowers than many succulents. It has won the Award of Garden Merit from Britain's Royal Horticultural Society.
Showy stonecrop 'Stardust'
Where the natural variety of showy stonecrop has pink flowers showy stonecrop 'Stardust' features broad star-shaped blooms that have petals of a stardust white. These flowers have much longer petals than those of the parent, and make a showy addition to flower borders, beds, informal gardens, and containers.
Sedum 'Lime Zinger'
Sedum 'Lime Zinger' is a sedum with vibrant green foliage that turns red in full sun and clusters of pink flowers that bloom in late summer and fall. It was hybridized in Hudsonville, Michigan, as part of the SunSparkler Series. The name refers to the unique lime green shade of the foliage.
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jeweled crown
Jeweled crown are actually a man-made genus of small succulents, created from hybrids of various Pachyphytum and Echeveria species. These hybrids and their various cultivars are available from nurseries and online as potted plants, and for inclusion in rock and drought-friendly gardens.
Adromischus
Adromischus are succulents native to Africa that feature small clumping leaves. These leaves inspired its scientific name Adromischus with the Greek word adros, meaning thick and mischos, meaning stem. Many in this species are appealing to collectors due to their coloured leaves, however, when not stressed by sunlight, nearly all develop a similar green colour. To showcase the attractive leaves the best way possible a high level of light is required.
Monanthes
Monanthes are commonly found thriving in sunny locations and are popular container plants grown for their attractive shapes. The plants stop growing in the winter but resume in the spring and occasionally produce flowers from single stems in optimal conditions. The plants are usually spread by seeds but can also be grown from cuttings.
Pachyphytum
Pachyphytum are slow-growing succulents popular as container plants. They are also commonly planted outdoors in rock and desert gardens. Plants in the genus can be tubular or grape-shaped, and some have a powdery coating on their thick leaves. Pachyphytum produce small flowers in the spring and summer that can be deep red, greenish-white, or both.
xPachysedum
XPachysedum are popular houseplants, also grown in rock and succulent gardens in warmer climates. They are prized for their attractive clumping growth habit. The plants grow in rosettes and produce tiny bell-shaped blossoms throughout the spring and summer, growing on long, thin stems. Handling the plants can mar the appearance of the leaves due to oils on the skin.
Seed leaf
Seed leaf is a drought-tolerant succulent that is perfect for rock gardens. Stonecrop attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies with its bright, showy flowers.
Crassula
Crassula are flowering succulent plants that make for popular houseplants. A few species are aquatic and often live in brackish water but can become invasive in waterways due to their aggressive growth rate. Terrestrial species make great container plants and are easy to grow. However, many crassula die after flowering.
Leatherpetal
Leatherpetal comprise a small genus of perennial succulents that grow in rosettes. The foliage is smooth, comes in shades of silver, pink, or green, and may be speckled depending on the species. This attractive foliage and star-shaped leaves make these plants popular houseplants and additions to desert gardens.
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Sedums
Hylotelephium
Also known as: Stonecrops
Sedums, popularly known as Stonecrop, is a hardy, drought tolerant genus ideal for sunny garden spots. They require full sunlight exposure, minimal watering, and thrive in temperatures ranging from 16-24℃. They prefer well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5. Common challenges include root rot due to overwatering and insect pests like mealybugs. Seasonally, sedums benefits from deadheading in late winter/early spring while it's advisable to monitor moisture levels during hot, dry summer months to prevent desiccation.
Watering Frequency
Every 3 weeks
Sunlight
Full sun
Basic Care Guide
Feedback
How to Water Sedums?
Watering Frequency: Every 3 weeks
Sedums thrives in well-drained soil, reflecting its native resilience to periodic droughts. It is adapted to retain moisture, exhibiting a preference for drier conditions and demonstrating a notable drought tolerance. For optimal health, sedums requires watering once every three weeks, ensuring the soil has time to dry between waterings. As a succulent commonly grown outdoors, sedums's ability to store water in its fleshy leaves allows it to withstand periods without rain, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens or arid climate landscaping.
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Sedums?
Ideal Lighting: Full sun
Sedums thrive in their natural habitat, which consists of rocky, well-drained soils often in full sun environments. Optimal lighting for sedums includes bright, direct sunlight for at least six hours daily. Adequate light is crucial for photosynthesis, healthy growth, and vibrant flower production. In insufficient light, sedums may become leggy and produce fewer blooms. For gardeners, placing sedums in south-facing locations ensures maximum light exposure. Indoors, a south or west-facing window can provide the necessary intensity, though supplemental grow lights might be needed in darker climates.
Advanced Care Guide
Feedback
How to Propagate Sedums?
Propagation Type: Sowing, Cutting, Division
Primary propagation methods for sedums include seed sowing, stem cuttings, leaf cuttings, and division. Successful propagation hinges on factors such as bright light, warm temperatures, and well-draining soil. Special considerations involve ensuring cuttings and divisions dry before planting to prevent rot, and seeds may require stratification to germinate. Generally, propagation is easy and accessible for beginners. Step-by-step, start with clipping a stem or leaf, let the cut end callous, plant in a well-draining mix, water sparingly, and wait for roots to establish. Division is simply separating and replanting clumps during the dormant phase.
How to Plant Sedums?
Planting Time: Spring, Fall
To ensure optimal growth, sedums requires well-draining soil, full sun exposure, and regular but moderate watering. When planting, select a sunlit site and prepare the area by loosening the soil. Position the plant at the same depth it was in the nursery pot. Water thoroughly after planting, then allow soil to dry before next watering. It's vital to understand that specific sedums species may have varying needs. Always cross-check planting information against recognized horticultural references for best results.
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Attributes of Sedums
Water
Drought-tolerant. Allow the soil to dry completely between watering.
Sunlight
Full sun
Tolerance Lighting
Partial sun
Planting Time
Spring, Fall
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃
Soil
Sand, Loam
Propagation
Sowing, Cutting, Division
Planting Time
Spring, Fall
Scientific Classification of Sedums
Types of Sedums
Feedback
Garden stonecrop
Garden stonecrop (Hylotelephium erythrostictum) is a perennial herbaceous species that can be toxic to animals and humans. Garden stonecrop grows wild in China, Japan, Russia, and Korea in meadows and ravines within warm and temperate climates. This species is cultivated as a houseplant and grows ideally in moderate, well-drained soils. The plant's leaves will become weak and floppy if it is grown in too much shade or soil that is too rich.
Hylotelephium verticillatum
Hylotelephium verticillatum is a perennial succulent with fleshy leaves arranged in a whorled pattern, forming a mosaic-like rosette. Its stems are sturdy, crowned in summer with clusters of tiny, star-shaped pinkish flowers that attract pollinators. Thriving in well-drained soils and sunny spots, it's a drought-tolerant species that blooms even in gravelly substrates.
Orpine
Orpine (Hylotelephium telephium) is a perennial succulent native to Eurasia. This species is often planted in gardens for ornamental purposes and grows best in gravelly or calcareous soils. In Finland, the orpine is an officially protected species because its leaves are the most important food source for the Apollo butterfly, the largest type of butterfly in that country.
Showy stonecrop
Showy stonecrop (Hylotelephium spectabile) is a perennial succulent native to China and Korea. Showy stonecrop is often cultivated as ground cover and valued for its drought tolerance. This species used to be classified as *Sedum spectabile, *and is also commonly known as butterfly stonecrop.
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jeweled crown
Jeweled crown are actually a man-made genus of small succulents, created from hybrids of various Pachyphytum and Echeveria species. These hybrids and their various cultivars are available from nurseries and online as potted plants, and for inclusion in rock and drought-friendly gardens.
Adromischus
Adromischus are succulents native to Africa that feature small clumping leaves. These leaves inspired its scientific name Adromischus with the Greek word adros, meaning thick and mischos, meaning stem. Many in this species are appealing to collectors due to their coloured leaves, however, when not stressed by sunlight, nearly all develop a similar green colour. To showcase the attractive leaves the best way possible a high level of light is required.
Monanthes
Monanthes are commonly found thriving in sunny locations and are popular container plants grown for their attractive shapes. The plants stop growing in the winter but resume in the spring and occasionally produce flowers from single stems in optimal conditions. The plants are usually spread by seeds but can also be grown from cuttings.
Pachyphytum
Pachyphytum are slow-growing succulents popular as container plants. They are also commonly planted outdoors in rock and desert gardens. Plants in the genus can be tubular or grape-shaped, and some have a powdery coating on their thick leaves. Pachyphytum produce small flowers in the spring and summer that can be deep red, greenish-white, or both.
xPachysedum
XPachysedum are popular houseplants, also grown in rock and succulent gardens in warmer climates. They are prized for their attractive clumping growth habit. The plants grow in rosettes and produce tiny bell-shaped blossoms throughout the spring and summer, growing on long, thin stems. Handling the plants can mar the appearance of the leaves due to oils on the skin.
Seed leaf
Seed leaf is a drought-tolerant succulent that is perfect for rock gardens. Stonecrop attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies with its bright, showy flowers.
Crassula
Crassula are flowering succulent plants that make for popular houseplants. A few species are aquatic and often live in brackish water but can become invasive in waterways due to their aggressive growth rate. Terrestrial species make great container plants and are easy to grow. However, many crassula die after flowering.
Leatherpetal
Leatherpetal comprise a small genus of perennial succulents that grow in rosettes. The foliage is smooth, comes in shades of silver, pink, or green, and may be speckled depending on the species. This attractive foliage and star-shaped leaves make these plants popular houseplants and additions to desert gardens.
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