stonecrop
Hylotelephium telephium 'Munstead Dark Red'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 9
Flowers:
Crimson rose Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
red,burgundy
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
The stonecrop, Hylotelephium telephium 'Munstead Dark Red', prefers to grow in well-drained soil with full to partial sun exposure. Generally, this plant requires little to moderate water needs. Water every week during the warmer weather and every 10-14 days in cooler weather, enough to keep the soil evenly moist. Do not water if the soil has been wetted from rain. Over-watering can cause root rot. Let the top inch of the soil become dry before watering again. Water thoroughly after planting and during the establishment periods.
sunlight
Stonecrop (Hylotelephium telephium 'Munstead Dark Red') prefers full sun, meaning 6 or more hours of direct sunlight each day. This variety of stonecrop has higher sun tolerance than other varieties of stonecrop, so this species can also tolerate some light shade in hotter climates. For best results, it is best to provide as much direct sunlight as possible.
pruning
Stonecrop (Hylotelephium telephium 'Munstead Dark Red') should be pruned in late winter or early spring before new growth appears. Prune lightly, removing no more than the top third of the plant. This will help keep the plant full and thrives. Remove any flower stems that remain after the blooming season and trim away any dead leaves. Prune to maintain a desired size and shape for your stonecrop and for air circulation.
