stonecrop
Hylotelephium 'Chocolate Cherry'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 9
Flowers:
Purple to pink Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
purple,brown
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Stonecrop (Hylotelephium 'Chocolate Cherry') should be watered thoroughly once or twice a week. Allow the soil to become slightly dry before watering again as this plant does not prefer wet soils. During periods of extreme heat, water once every 3 days or more often if the soil appears to be drying out quickly. During the winter months, reduce watering frequency as the plant goes dormant. Water as needed to keep the soils slightly moist during the winter months.
sunlight
Stonecrop (Hylotelephium 'Chocolate Cherry') should receive at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day, preferably during the morning hours. This plant grows best in full sun, but can handle some partial shade throughout the day. However, be aware that too much shade can reduce the size and colour of the leaves and flowers, as well as limit the number of buds and blooms that this plant can produce. Stonecrop will also tolerate some reflected, filtered and artificial light.
pruning
Stonecrop (Hylotelephium 'Chocolate Cherry') should be pruned back to a few inches above ground level in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. This will ensure that plant energy isn't wasted on old, non-productive foliage. If needed, a light trim can be done in late summer to tidy up any long, leggy stems. It's also a good idea to remove any faded or yellowed foliage during the growing season.
