How to grow Sedum rubrotinctum? Care for it this way and its leaves will be plump, round and red, delightfully charming
Succulent plants have always been a favorite of many flower lovers, especially the succulents that can change color, which are often loved by people. The succulent Sedum rubrotinctum is one of the succulents that people love very much.
Sedum rubrotinctum is also known by other names such as ear-drop grass and Merry Christmas. It is a succulent of the Crassulaceae family. Its peak growing seasons are mainly spring and summer. In summer, when the heat and light are intense, it needs shading and should be grown in a cool place. In winter, the temperature must not drop below 5°C, otherwise frost damage is likely to occur. When there is plenty of sunlight and a large temperature difference between day and night, Sedum rubrotinctum takes on pale red and reddish-brown colors, and at this time its round, jade-smooth leaves look even more adorable.
How to grow Sedum rubrotinctum
1. Light
Sedum rubrotinctum likes to grow in an environment with plenty of light, especially in spring, autumn and winter, when its demand for light is relatively high. In summer, when the heat and light are intense, it should be shaded and cared for.
2. Watering
Sedum rubrotinctum does not have high water requirements. Once watered excessively, it easily suffers from waterlogging that soaks the roots and causes rot. Moreover, once black rot occurs, only re-propagation by cuttings can produce surviving plants. When watering normally, do not let water droplets fall on the leaf surface. Following the principle of "better dry than wet," you need to avoid the problem of the soil becoming too moist.
3. Soil
Using fertile garden soil + coarse sand + leaf mold + bone meal can help Sedum rubrotinctum grow vigorously. Avoid using soil that easily waterlogs or has poor air permeability to grow Sedum rubrotinctum. On the surface of the potting soil, it is best to place a layer of small stones, which can help prevent the soil from being washed fine during watering and thus becoming less permeable.
4. Ventilation
Like most succulents, Sedum rubrotinctum easily develops softness and leaf drop in a stuffy, hot environment. Poor air quality and an unventilated environment will both cause poor growth in Sedum rubrotinctum. We can open the windows for one hour every day to help air circulate, which can help Sedum rubrotinctum grow healthily.
5. Nutrients
When nutrients are sufficient, Sedum rubrotinctum can grow very plump and adorable. Following the principle of applying thin fertilizer frequently, we can add a small amount of liquid fertilizer when watering to help the plant grow. In summer, when temperatures are high, be careful not to fertilize too much. In winter, plant growth is slow or even stagnant, so nutrient supplementation must be minimal.
Notes on growing Sedum rubrotinctum
As the four seasons of spring, summer, autumn and winter change, we need to pay attention to preventing the effects of high temperatures and cold on Sedum rubrotinctum. Secondly, we need to appropriately adjust the timing of watering. For example, in winter, the watering interval should be lengthened, while in summer, when temperatures are high, attention should be paid to controlling water.
Growing Sedum rubrotinctum also requires pruning. Some lodging branches and leaves easily affect the overall shape of the plant. We need to pay attention to adjusting the care environment while promptly pruning branches and leaves that have problems, to prevent rot from infecting the plant's other branches and leaves.
The above is the growing method and notes for the succulent Sedum rubrotinctum introduced to you by Hua'er Gu. If you also like growing succulents, then how do you care for them? You are welcome to leave a message and share your own unique growing tips!