Sedum plant ∗ The 10 best care and planting tips (stonecrop)

Plant sedum plant correctly

In order for stonecrop to play out its strengths perfectly, the following aspects are relevant in the context of planting:

• The sunny location shows a well drained, humus rich and sandy-dry soil
• No compost or other fertilizers are added to the potting soil
• The planting depth corresponds to that in the nursery pot
• Pour stonecrop only a little after planting

If you have concerns about the required permeability, optimize the soil with sand or

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Care tips

The closer the chosen location comes to the ideal conditions, the less effort is required to care for stonecrop.

• Only water the ornamental plant in the bed when there is no rain
• Use collected rainwater or decalcified tap water
• Fertilize is not required in the bed
• If it is permanently wet in winter, protect stonecrop with needles
• Cut back in early spring by a maximum of two thirds

Do not water in the planter until the thumb test indicates that the substrate has dried on. From April to September, apply a liquid succulent fertilizer in half the concentration every 6-8 weeks. So that the root area in the planter does not freeze through in winter, stonecrop moves to winter quarters in autumn. In the bright window seat at temperatures of 5-10 degrees Celsius, only water enough so that the plant does not dry out.
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Which location is suitable?

The exotic ornamental plant sets its optical charms perfectly in scene in full sun to sunny location. A few exceptions tolerate a partially shaded location, such as the purple-colored carpet grease leaf. With regard to the requirements for the soil, there is broad consensus among stonecrop species. The soil should be loose, well-drained, sandy-dry and lean, with a pH value of around 7.
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The correct planting distance

Since stonecrop gives us species and varieties of different heights and widths, the planting distance should be adjusted to the respective ornamental plant. We have put together recommended distances for you for the most common stonecrop:

• Plant height 10-20 cm: Plant distance of 20-25 cm
• Plant height 20-30 cm: Plant distance of 30 cm
• Plant height 40-50 cm: Plant distance of 45 cm

What soil does the plant need?

Seducers prefer a well-drained soil that is not too rich in nutrients. An excess of nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and trace elements affects the stability, especially of towering stonecrop species. You should therefore choose a sandy-gravelly soil texture, such as that dominates in the rock garden and gravel bed. The bizarre ornamental plant achieves its optimum in a loose manner in planters Succulent soil or a mix of Potting soil, Sand and Lava granules.(€ 14.00 at Amazon *) Also take a look at the soil acidity, because a pH value of 6.5 to 7.3 is considered beneficial.

What is the best time to plant?

A self-used or pre-purchased one Sedum plant plant in the ground throughout the gardening season. A date in spring or autumn is a wise choice. Planting should only be avoided under extreme weather conditions, such as frost or summer heat.

When is the flowering time?

Even though the stonecrop blossom appears behind the striking foliage, it nevertheless underlines the impressive appearance of stonecrop. Depending on the species and variety, the flowering period of the ornamental plant extends from June to August or July to September.
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Cut sedum correctly

As an evergreen ornamental plant, sedum plant with its eye-catching foliage drives the dreariness out of the garden. In addition, stonecrop offers insects and other beneficial organisms a sought-after retreat. Therefore, do not cut the perennial back in autumn. Leave the decorative medicinal plant in the bed until late winter in order to free it from dried leaves and unsightly stems. A radical pruning close to the ground prevents numerous species and varieties from sprouting again. Therefore, shorten shoots that are too long by a maximum of two thirds.
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Pour sedon

As a prime example of a succulent ornamental plant, stonecrop does not even tolerate waterlogging. Do not water sedens until the substrate has dried on. Preferably use collected rainwater or stale tap water, as all Sedum species are sensitive to an excess of lime.

Fertilize sedum plant properly

Cultivated in normal garden soil, there is no need to give additional nutrients. Rather, compost and mineral fertilizers impair the desired compact growth. In very poor rock garden soil or on the roof garden, organic start-up fertilization in March / April is completely sufficient. In the narrowly limited substrate volume of the tub and balcony box, you can balance out used nutrients, by using a half concentration cactus fertilizer every 6 to 8 weeks from March to September administer.

Diseases

There are seldom complaints about diseases from stonecrop. A weakened ornamental plant is susceptible to stem and root rot caused by fungal spores. If brown spots spread on the medicinal plant, while the perennial at the same time loses its stability and tips over, unfortunately there is no longer any salvation. Dispose of the infected sedum plant in household waste and carefully clean all tools.
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Pests

The fleshy leaves of stonecrop attract the voracious black weevil. The infestation can be recognized by round and semicircular feeding tracks. Since this pest also lays its eggs near the roots so that the larvae can take pleasure in them, there is immediate need for action. You can fight both the adult beetles and their brood with nematodes that are available from specialist retailers.

Overwinter

Among the more than 420 species, the sedum species offers us a large number of hardy plants. When buying a young ornamental plant for the garden, look out for stonecrop that is suitable for outdoor use, as it is usually hardy to -20 degrees Celsius. In the bed, protection from coniferous branches is only recommended when it is permanently wet in winter. In the pot or balcony box, stonecrop moves better to a light, frost-free winter quarters. Thanks to this care you avoid the risk of the sensitive root ball freezing through.
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Propagate sedum plant

One of the many beneficial attributes of stonecrop is that it is child's play to propagate. Take that in early spring spade at hand and cut off a piece of at least 2 shoots from the carpet or eyrie. At the new location or in a pot, plant the segment in poor soil, where it quickly takes root. A tall sedum plant also provides vital head cuttings that you can root in the water of a vase. Planted in poor herbal soil or in the sunny rock garden, your pupil will be transformed into a splendid ornamental plant in no time at all.
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How do I transplant properly?

If you prescribed a change of location for stonecrop, spring is considered the best time to transplant. Loosen the root ball all around with the Digging forkto lift the rhizome out of the earth. On this occasion, give the roots a dedicated examination to cut out puny or putrid parts. Put the ornamental plant in the new place just as deeply as before and water a little. Cutting back by at least 30 percent compensates for the lost root volume.

Sedum in a pot

The deep pot is less suitable for stonecrop than the shallow bowl. Since the unusual ornamental plant develops a marginal root system or a delicate rhizome, no extensive substrate volume is required for cultivation in the planter. Spread a layer of coarse-grained sand or on the floor above the water drain Lava granules out as drainage. Cactus or succulent soil is ideal for the frugal ornamental plant. Pour stonecrop only when it is dry for a long time. Liquid cactus fertilizer is used every 6-8 weeks from April to September. When winter is just around the corner, stonecrop moves to the bright windowsill to overwinter at 5-10 degrees Celsius. The ornamental plant ideally receives a topiary of up to two thirds in early spring.

Is sedum plant poisonous?

The information center for poisoning of the University Hospital Bonn assigns stonecrop to the weakly poisonous plants. The low content of isocitric acid and malic acid, which can lead to slight symptoms of poisoning when consumed, is considered to be questionable. So keep curious children and pets out of the reach of this ornamental plant.
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How do I care for sedum plant as a houseplant?

As a houseplant, sedum plant transforms simple planters into exotic eye-catchers, decorates the window sill in the flower pot or lets its tendrils dangle elegantly from the traffic light. Thanks to stonecrop, even hobby gardeners with limited time do not have to do without a green room decoration, because maintenance is so uncomplicated:

• A bright location at the southwest or southeast window at 18-22 degrees Celsius is ideal
• Only water the ornamental plant moderately with rainwater when the substrate is dry
• Apply liquid cactus fertilizer every 6-8 weeks from March to September
• From October to February place cooler at 5-10 degrees, water less and do not fertilize

In early spring, thin out the ornamental plant thoroughly and cut back too long shoots by a maximum of two thirds. When the roots are completely rooted in the vessel, repot the sedum plant into loose ones Cactus soil or a mixture of potting soil and sand with a pH of 6.5 to 7.3.
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Does stonecrop have healing properties?

Despite its low toxicity, sedum plant has made a name for itself as a medicinal plant. Prepared as a tea, stonecrop prevents vitamin C deficiency and high blood pressure. However, the medicinal plant may only be consumed internally in a minimal dose in order to avoid unpleasant side effects. Applied topically, sedum relieves painful skin irritation and is effective against warts and corns.

Nice varieties

• Variegatum: variegated fatty leaf with white-edged foliage and orange mini-flowers; Growth height 10-20 cm
• Bertram Anderson: Stunning purple stonecrop with plum-colored foliage and pink flowers; Growth height 10-15 cm
• Robustum: Ideal mediator between low and high fatty hens with carmine-red summer flowers; Growth height 20-25 cm
• Euphorbioides Maximum: A large gold sedum with a royal appearance and yellow flowers; Growth height 30-40 cm
• Karfunkelstein: Premium variety with dark foliage and flowers that sparkle like red gemstones; Growth height 40-50 cm
• Matrona: Stretches up mightily and is still stable with green foliage and pink flowers; Growth height 60-70 cm