A single Sedum japonicum 'Tokyo Sun' can turn into several pots, yet it often aggressively takes over other succulents' space
In the world of succulents, there is one variety that can serve as a pot-covering plant in succulent arrangements, and can also be grown alone to sprawl into a sea of golden flesh. Yes, you guessed right, it is the golden creeping sedum (Sedum japonicum 'Tokyo Sun'). If you are a fan of overflowing pots, then Little Exquisite Life recommends you grow golden creeping sedum: just one small plant will turn into several large pots in a very short time. So, what should you pay attention to in the daily care of golden creeping sedum? Next, Little Exquisite Life will learn together with you.
1. Soil mix
How should I put it? Golden creeping sedum has very loose requirements for soil mix. Generally, the old soil you replace when repotting other succulents can be used to grow golden creeping sedum, and soil containing 80% coarse sand also works. The key is that you need to prepare a sufficiently large flower pot.
2. Watering
Compared with other succulents, golden creeping sedum has small, thin leaves and stores very little water, so it is relatively fond of water. The watering interval should be shorter than for other succulents, and the amount of water should be larger. In summer, try to water on clear, windy evenings. However, one thing must be noted: absolutely no waterlogging. Normally, keep the potting soil slightly moist; in winter, reduce the frequency and amount of watering to avoid frost damage.
3. Light
Golden creeping sedum loves light. Under sufficient light, golden creeping sedum will show a brilliant golden yellow. If it lacks light, it will become leggy, its leaves will become thin and sparse, and the color will fade. Therefore, sufficient light is an important factor in maintaining the plant shape of golden creeping sedum, but at noon in midsummer, be careful not to expose it to direct sunlight, otherwise it will get sunburned.
4. Temperature
5°C-30°C is the optimal growing temperature for golden creeping sedum. If it exceeds or falls below this temperature range, measures for heat preservation or cold protection need to be taken. Relatively speaking, golden creeping sedum also has very loose temperature requirements, but we should not ignore them because of that.
5. Pruning
Because golden creeping sedum grows relatively fast, frequent pruning is also a relatively important care measure. Frequent pruning can not only remove dead and diseased branches and keep the plant shape beautiful, but also prevent poor ventilation caused by golden creeping sedum being too densely grown. Moreover, golden creeping sedum has another advantage: it is extremely malleable, and you can prune it into any shape you want at will.
6. Pests and diseases
Golden creeping sedum is very prone to attracting scale insects, but fortunately its vitality is very strong. The most important thing for pests and diseases is still prevention. Usually pay attention to environmental ventilation, and you can frequently spray Huahuashen and carbendazim for prevention. Prevention is always greater than treatment.
Golden creeping sedum has extremely tenacious vitality and an extremely rapid growth rate. What needs attention is that if you want to use golden creeping sedum as a pot-covering plant in a combined succulent arrangement, you need to be aware that in the later stage the golden creeping sedum may squeeze the other succulents out of space.
Compiled and published by Little Exquisite Life, hoping it is helpful to you!