How to grow Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant)? Detailed guide to care methods and precautions
Sedum rubrotinctum is a perennial succulent herbaceous plant. It grows relatively fast, and its leaf color becomes redder the more it is exposed to sunlight, with red and green intermingled, extremely beautiful and with very high ornamental value. So how should Sedum rubrotinctum be grown? Let's take a look together.
1. Suitable temperature
Sedum rubrotinctum prefers an environment with a pronounced temperature difference between day and night, and has strong adaptability to temperature, growing normally between 10-28°C. When autumn temperatures drop and light intensity increases, its leaves gradually turn red, full of beauty, so during cultivation you can artificially lower the temperature to enhance its ornamental value. In winter, do not let it go below 5°C during cultivation, otherwise it may affect its appearance. It loves light, and throughout the growing period it needs sufficient light. In summer, when the light is not intense, no shading is needed, but direct strong light will cause sunburn on its leaves, so appropriate shading is needed at noon.
2. Fertilizer and water management
The core of fertilizer and water management for Sedum rubrotinctum is to prefer dryness over moisture, and to apply light fertilizer frequently. It itself likes arid environments, and does not need too much water during growth, so it is not suitable to use large amounts of water and fertilizer. It is best to water when the soil is dry and water thoroughly. Too much watering will cause its growth and development to become irregular. Secondly, when fertilizing, do not use fertilizer that is too concentrated; choosing nitrogen fertilizer is better. In winter, even more reduce the amount and frequency of watering, generally applying organic fertilizer liquid once a month. When the plant grows upward and old plants of many years become woody at the branches and stems, be sure to pay attention to the amount of watering; too much water will cause the branches and stems to rot.
3. Ventilation and pruning
Sedum rubrotinctum has relatively high requirements for ventilation. When cultivating, it is best to choose a flowerpot with strong breathability such as red clay. In summer, pay attention to maintaining good ventilation. In order to maintain the plant's beauty, it generally needs to be pruned promptly once every 2-3 years, because after 3 years of cultivation, Sedum rubrotinctum will show a scattered plant shape.
4. Precautions
Sedum rubrotinctum needs sufficient light, preferably 5-6 hours a day. It relatively prefers a large temperature difference between day and night, so when cultivating, it is best to grow it outdoors and not keep it indoors all the time. Sedum rubrotinctum likes water, especially in summer, and water should be fully supplied, but in winter it should not be watered frequently and should be kept relatively dry to avoid water accumulation causing root rot.
The above is an introduction to the care methods and precautions for Sedum rubrotinctum. We hope it can help you. If you want to learn more related knowledge, please stay tuned to us.