Sedum

Planting Sedums - How To Grow Sedum

Planting Sedums - How To Grow Sedum
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How to Grow Sedum

  1. Light: Sedum (or 'stone crop flower') do best in full to part sun. ...
  2. Soil: Sedums like a very well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. ...
  3. Spacing: Space tall growing sedums 1 to 2 feet apart. ...
  4. Planting: Plant sedums in spring after danger of frost has passed.

  1. How quickly does sedum spread?
  2. Where does sedum grow best?
  3. Do sedums like sun or shade?
  4. Do sedum plants spread?
  5. What can I plant next to sedum?
  6. Does sedum come back every year?
  7. Is it easy to grow sedum from seed?
  8. Is sedum poisonous to dogs?
  9. Does sedum grow fast?
  10. Are sedums invasive?
  11. Is dragon's blood sedum invasive?
  12. Can you walk on sedum ground cover?

How quickly does sedum spread?

The size and growth rate of a given plant depends on climate, soil type, watering, and fertilization. Slow varieties will stay nice and small in a pot, whereas fast, ground cover varieties like Sedum can spread up to 1" a month in the growing season.

Where does sedum grow best?

Low-growing and vigorous species will tolerate partial shade, but most sedum do best in full sun. If growing sedum in an area that gets long, cold winters (Zone 5 and colder), plant in full sun to improve overwintering capability.

Do sedums like sun or shade?

Where to Plant Sedum. Sedum don't require a lot of water and will develop their best colors if they get at least 6 hours of sunlight per day. They won't grow well in heavy, mucky, or high clay soils.

Do sedum plants spread?

Tall sedums do not spread but when grown in mass plantings are beautiful and tough ground covers. Perfect for filling a hillside or fleshing out the middle of a perennial border. Creeping sedums will spread slowly but surely and make a very low ground cover for sunny spots.

What can I plant next to sedum?

Companion Plants for Sedum

Does sedum come back every year?

Sedum plants have succulent leaves that range from tiny needles to larger and fleshy, from gray to green to purple to blue, and even variegated! Butterflies & bees love them. And best yet, they are perennials so they come back year after year.

Is it easy to grow sedum from seed?

The Sedum seeds are exceptionally small, so only press the seed into the moistened soil, and do not cover the seed. Keep the seeds moist but not saturated until they germinate. ... Lightly press the seeds into the soil, and keep the seed continuously moist until germination. Perennial growing 6" tall, hardy for zones 3-9.

Is sedum poisonous to dogs?

Although sedum is not poisonous to dogs, cats, and other animals, some varieties of succulents are toxic to animals. ... It is also good to know that consumption of any plant material can cause vomiting and gastrointestinal upset for dogs and cats. Here are common symptoms of plant poisoning in a pet.

Does sedum grow fast?

This is a fast-growing plant that produces a blanket of small yellow flowers in mid- to late summer. Like most sedums, 'Blue Spruce' is easy to propagate from cuttings.

Are sedums invasive?

Although sedums are rapid spreaders, they are not invasive. Because they are shallow rooted, they can be easily lifted and moved. And they will overwinter in most planters—provided there is ample drainage—and emerge from dormancy in early to midspring.

Is dragon's blood sedum invasive?

Blocking only goes so far for keeping Dragon's Blood contained, but it has not reportedly spread to the point of being invasive. If you're concerned about the spread, keep Dragon's Blood sedum plants in outdoor containers.

Can you walk on sedum ground cover?

Sedum. Heat- and drought-resistant, sedum groundcovers are ideal for sunny, exposed locations. These tough-as-nails plants require very little attention and are strong enough to handle foot traffic.

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