Caucasian Stonecrop

Caucasian Stonecrop Care

Sedum spurium 'Schorbuser Blut'

Other names: Red Carpet

What is the plant

Are you looking for a low-maintenance plant that can add a pop of color to your garden? Look no further than Caucasian Stonecrop (Phedimus spurius). This hardy succulent is easy to care for and produces beautiful star-shaped flowers in the summer.

Caucasian Stonecrop (Phedimus spurius) is a succulent flowering plant that belongs to the family Crassulaceae. As the name suggests, it is native to the Caucasus Mountains but has been naturalized in many parts of the world. This plant is also commonly called “Two-row Stonecrop."

humidity

Dry

lighting

Full Sun

temperature

20°C - 35°C

hardiness zone

3a - 9

difficulty

Easy

hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Caucasian Stonecrop is a drought-tolerant succulent that doesn’t require much watering. Give your plant a sip approximately every 2-3 weeks and keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Check the moisture level every few days by touching the soil.
Pruning
This greenie doesn’t require heavy pruning. Trim back to shape to control its size as needed.
Fertilizer
Caucasian Stonecrop doesn’t require much feeding. You can use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer with a ratio of equal parts nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium once a month during the growth season (spring/summer). Don't fertilize during the dormant season (winter).

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Sunlight
Caucasian Stonecrop prefers full sun to partial shade. Plant it in a location that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight per day.
Soil
This plant prefers well-drained soils with an alkaline pH around 7.0-7.5. You can use any cacti or succulent plant mixes.
Propagation
You can propagate Caucasian Stonecrop through stem cuttings. The best time to take cuttings is in spring or fall. Cut a healthy stem and allow the callus to dry over a day or two. Plant the cutting in well-draining soil, keep the soil moist but not waterlogged, and the cutting should root in about 4-6 weeks. Alternatively, you can propagate by division. Separate the plant into smaller sections and replant each section in its container.

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Temperature
Caucasian Stonecrop is a hardy plant that can tolerate temperatures as low as 14°F (-10°C) and as high as 104°F (40°C).
Container
Caucasian Stonecrop can be planted in a variety of container types as long as they have good drainage. Choose a pot that is appropriate for the size of the plant.
Fun fact
Did you know that Phedimus spurius was awarded the Garden Merit by UK’s Royal Horticultural Society?