The stonecrop - usually referred to as sedum or sedum - is one of the thick-leaved plants that is widespread worldwide. The succulent plant is available in numerous species and varieties, which differ not only in their appearance, but also in their winter hardiness and location preferences.
How should you plant sedum?
Sedums prefer a sunny location, loose, well-drained soil and a moderate supply of nutrients. It is best to plant in spring and choose the planting distance depending on the species. Cultivation in planters with cactus soil or similar substrate is also possible.
Which location does the sedum prefer?
Basically, all sedums like a sunny location and loose, moderately nutrient-rich to nutrient-poor and well-drained soil. But whether the latter should be dry or moist depends on the type of Sedum being planted. Many stonecrops also thrive in partially shaded or light locations.
Can the fat hen also be cultivated in planters?
Provided the site conditions and the substrate meet the needs of the plant, the sedum can also be cultivated very well in planters and even as a houseplant. It is best to use cactus soil (€12.00 on Amazon) or a mixture of commercially available potting soil, sand or gravel and lava granules.
When is the best time to plant sedums?
Although container goods can generally be planted out throughout the entire growing season, the best planting time for fat hens is spring.
At what planting distance should fat hens be planted?
The ideal planting distance depends on the type of sedum. The higher it gets, the greater the distance between the individual plants should be.
| Sedum type | Latin name | Growth height | Plants per square meter | Planting spacing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purple Stonecrop | Sedum telephium | up to 60 cm | 3 to 4 | 50cm |
| Splendid Stonecrop | Sedum spectabile | 30 to 45 cm | 5 | 50cm |
| Caucasus Stonecrop | Sedum spurium | 10cm | 16 | 20 to 25 cm |
| Gold Stonecrop | Sedum floriferum | 15cm | 16 to 25 | 20 to 25 cm |
| Hot Stonecrop | Sedum acre | 5 to 10 cm | 16 to 20 | 15 to 20 cm |
| White Stonecrop | Sedum album | 5 to 15 cm | 16 to 20 | 20 to 25 cm |
| Mild Stonecrop | Sedum sexangulare | 5 to 10 cm | 9 to 16 | 20 to 25 cm |
| Rock Stonecrop | Sedum reflexum | up to 20 cm | 10 to 15 | 30cm |
How to propagate sedums?
Sedums are best propagated by division, cuttings, cuttings or sowing.
When do stonecrops bloom?
The specific flowering times vary considerably depending on the species and variety. Some sedums bloom quite early between June and July, while others bloom late and into autumn.
Tip
For the mixed bed, choose plant species that go well with sedums due to their location and care needs. These include, for example, the Alpine edelweiss and other rockery and gravel garden plants.
