Cultivation methods and precautions of Sedum sedum

Light conditions for Sedum sedum

The growing season of Sedum sedum is from September of each year to April and May of the following year. It should be given sufficient sunlight. Insufficient sunlight will cause the plant to grow too tall, the distance between leaves will be lengthened, the plant shape will be loose, and the red color of the leaf edges will fade, all of which will make the plant very ugly. Plants grown in places with sufficient sunlight will be short and strong, with compact arrangement of the nodes.

Watering and fertilizing Sedum sedum

During the growing period, the soil of Sedum sedum should be kept moist to avoid waterlogging, otherwise it will cause rot of the roots and base of the plant. Apply decomposed thin liquid fertilizer once every 15 days or so to promote plant growth.

Place it in the sun indoors in winter. If the temperature can be maintained above 10℃, continue watering and apply some fertilizer as appropriate to allow the plant to continue growing. If such a high temperature cannot be maintained, control watering to make the plant dormant. It can also withstand low temperatures of around 5℃. When the temperature is high in summer, the plant grows slowly or stops completely. It can be placed in a well-ventilated place for maintenance, with appropriate shade to avoid exposure to the sun, and fertilization should be stopped. Watering should be controlled, and the plant should be avoided from long-term rain to prevent plant rot.

Pruning of Sedum sedum

During cultivation, Sedum sedum should be pruned frequently, and the messy branches should be cut off to maintain the beautiful shape of the plant. When the plants grow too crowded, you can repot them in spring or autumn. The planting pots should be selected according to the size of the plants. Pots that are too large or too small are not conducive to their growth. In addition, the aesthetics of the flower pot should also be considered.

String of Money Sedum potting soil requirements

The potting soil for growing Sedum sedum should be loose and fertile, with good drainage and air permeability. It can be planted in a mixture of leaf mold, garden soil, coarse sand or vermiculite.