Is golden sedum a perennial?

Sedum aldophii (SEE-dum ad-OL-fee-eye) is a beautiful perennial succulent native to Mexico commonly referred to as Golden Sedum. It is part of the genus sedum and falls into the Crassulaceae family.

Is creeping sedum invasive?

Low-growing sedums spread themselves over the ground readily, but they’re not invasive, and their shallow root systems make them easy to remove—making them ideal ground cover plants.

How do you grow gold sedum?

How to Care for Golden Sedum

  1. Choose a location for golden sedum with full sun to filtered shade.
  2. Spread 2 inches of compost or manure over the soil.
  3. Plant golden sedum 2 feet apart.
  4. Water golden sedum as often as needed during the first summer to keep the soil evenly moist.

How much water does a golden sedum need?

The Golden sedum does not need frequent watering and can even survive drought. Watering a potted plant can be done every 10 days, thoroughly rather than frequently.

How far will Sedum spread?

Sedum Spacing Creeping sedum spread a few feet across the ground. Clumping sedum can grow 1-3 feet tall. Depending on the variety and how quickly you want to fill your garden area, it is best to refer to the label on your plant. A general rule is to space tall growing sedum 1 to 2 feet apart.

Can Sedum be an indoor plant?

Sedum is quickly becoming a popular indoor plant. Even in the poorest of conditions, stonecrop will tolerate an indoor environment. A bit of extra care can help the sedum to thrive indoors. Sedum needs full sun and warmth to grow well.

Why is my golden Sedum green?

When grown in the shade or in areas that don’t get bright light all day, such as indoors, they will slowly fade to green.

What does an overwatered Sedum look like?

Overwatering Sedum Soft mushy leaves and wilting is the first sign of overwatering. If the leaves are turning black, the sedum is beginning to rot from too much water. Another sign that the plant is in trouble is when the leaves swell up and drop off of the plant. Stop all watering allow the soil to completely dry out.

What do you do with sedum in the winter?

Avoid pruning in the middle of winter or in extreme heat when plants are stressed. Sedum plants are practically designed for casual care and are very forgiving of most types of treatment. With a little practice, you should be able to enjoy the plants and their progeny for years and years.