8 flowers that survive when tossed into soil, unfazed even by 40°C heat, truly worthy of being called flower-protecting wonders

What are the functions of pot companion plants?

What are pot companion plants?

Pot companion plants, as the name suggests, protect the flower pot - they are low, dense clusters of small plants covering the soil surface. For succulent potted plants, the common decorative plants are succulent companion plants.

Functions of pot companion plants

1. Preventing soil compaction

With their varied forms and dainty size, pot companion plants not only enhance the ornamental value of potted landscapes, but also prevent soil compaction when watering, maintaining soil permeability. Of course, they can also prevent soil loss after heavy rain.

2. Retaining water, maintaining moisture and cooling

In summer, after intense sunlight directly hits the flower pot, the soil temperature rises quickly and water evaporates relatively fast, which is unfavorable for potted plant growth, especially for succulents. However, pot companion plants can effectively regulate soil temperature and keep the potting soil moist, which is especially helpful for succulents to get through summer.

Common succulent pot companion plants

Sedum hispanicum (Spanish stonecrop)

Sedum hispanicum has blue-green leaves that are thick and lovely, and blooms small, dainty white flowers in summer.

Sedum acre 'Aureum' (golden stonecrop)

Sedum acre 'Aureum' has golden-yellow leaves. With plenty of sunlight during the growing period, it will grow very dazzlingly, in clusters, and easily fills the pot.

Sedum hispanicum 'Minus'

Sedum hispanicum 'Minus', also called Galaxy, is similar to Sedum hispanicum, but its leaves are larger and its colors are more varied.

Sedum pachyphyllum (jelly beans)

Sedum pachyphyllum has blue-green leaves that gradually develop a pink coating as they grow, looking very vibrant under light.

Sedum pachyphyllum 'Fuzzy'

Sedum pachyphyllum 'Fuzzy' has a layer of fine fuzz on the leaf surface, and is very beautiful when in bloom.

Sedum sieboldii (round-leaf stonecrop)

Sedum sieboldii looks very similar to Sedum makinoi, but its leaves are darker in color and more compact and dense.

Sedum lineare (stringy stonecrop)

Sedum lineare has delicate, emerald-green leaves and very strong vitality, able to adapt to various environments. It can not only serve as a companion plant but also be used as outdoor ornamental ground cover.

Sedum 'Hime Fubuki'

Sedum 'Hime Fubuki' is a flower similar to Sedum sarmentosum, with a layer of white edging on the leaf margins, making it highly ornamental.

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