Plant Care Sedum Sarmentosum

Sedum Sarmentosum

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Sedum Sarmentosum has a Survivor plant personality Survivor
Sedum Sarmentosum has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower

About Sedum Sarmentosum

Plants in the Sedum genus are super diverse, and are native to regions all over the world. Horticulturalists have bred them to create even more variietes that come in all manner of shapes and colors! Their succulent leaves help store water, and they are incredibly easy to propagate. Just gently pop off one of the leaves and with water and sunlight it will grow into a whole new plant. 🪴

Taxonomy

Sedum sarmentosum
Sedum
Crassulaceae
Saxifragales

Also known as

Stringy Stonecrop, Stringy Stonecrop, Gold moss stonecrop, Graveyard moss and stingy stonecrop

How to care for Sedum Sarmentosum

💦 Water

How often to water your Sedum Sarmentosum

Water needs for Sedum Sarmentosum
0.5 cups
every 12

Sedum Sarmentosum needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Sedum Sarmentosum

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Stringy Stonecrop in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Sedum Sarmentosum: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Sedum Sarmentosum love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Sedum Sarmentosum does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Sedum Sarmentosum in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Sedum Sarmentosum

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Sedum Sarmentosum: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Sedum Sarmentosum after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Sedum Sarmentosum is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Stringy Stonecrop →

Common Stringy Stonecrop Problems →


💦 Water Needs

Sedum Sarmentosum thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Stringy Stonecrop Water Frequency →

Stringy Stonecrop Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Sedum Sarmentosum requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Stringy Stonecrop Light Requirements →

Stringy Stonecrop Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.


💨 Humidity

Sedum Sarmentosum enjoys lots of humidity. Provide humidity for your plant by watering regularly and thoroughly, since plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves. They may also benefit from being placed next to a humidifier.

Stringy Stonecrop Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Sedum Sarmentosum is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Stringy Stonecrop →

When and How to Successfully Repot Stringy Stonecrop →


💩 Fertilizer

Sedum Sarmentosum grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Stringy Stonecrop →


❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Sedum Sarmentosum to go dormant in the summertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.


🌎 Native Region

Sedum Sarmentosum is native to Northern Hemisphere, South America, and Africa.


🌸 Flowers

Sedum Sarmentosum produces flowers in the wild, but does not flower when kept as houseplants.


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Sedum Sarmentosum can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Stringy Stonecrop Temperature Tolerance →


🌱 Propagation

Sedum Sarmentosum can be propagated by the leaf method. To propagate:

  • Remove a leaf by gently twisting until it pops off.
  • To get the leaf to root, you can either:
    • Place the leaf in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
    • Place the leaf directly into well-draining soil

How to Propagate Stringy Stonecrop →


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Sedum Sarmentosum

Sedum Sarmentosum

Sedum Sarmentosum


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Sedum Sarmentosum has a Survivor plant personality Survivor 3
Sedum Sarmentosum has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower 3
Sedum Sarmentosum has a Easy to propagate plant personality Easy to propagate 2
Sedum Sarmentosum has a Browns easily plant personality Browns easily 1
Sedum Sarmentosum has a Blooms easily plant personality Blooms easily 1
@Katiesoasis avatar
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leaf-1 14 Plants
xp 728 XP
globe Slippery Rock, PA
05/15/2021

Comes back!

Fast grower Fast grower
Survivor Survivor
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leaf-1 9 Plants
xp 339 XP
globe McKinney, TX
03/10/2021

Not a fast grower and can be finicky most times. Love the sunlight but does not like to be watered often.

Easy to propagate Easy to propagate
@greengracie16 avatar
@@greengracie16
leaf-1 1 Plants
xp 58 XP
globe Roseburg, OR
02/27/2021

I got this from my grandma and I dont know if i’m doing a good job taking care of it.

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