stonecrop

Stonecrop should be watered deeply about once a week in spring, summer, and fall. Make sure the soil has completely dried out between waterings, to prevent overwatering. The amount of water needed will depend on your climate, soil, and pot size, but it should be enough to moisten the soil between 2 and 6 inches below the surface. During winter, water Stonecrop only when the soil is completely dry, as this species is drought tolerant and can go weeks without water in cold temperatures.

Stonecrop (Sedum 'Plum Perfection') prefers full sun for most of the day, typically 5 or more hours a day. If grown in bright, indirect light, the plant will not flower and may become weak or leggy. When grown in full sun, the plant will grow dense, bushy, and beautiful with vibrant foliage and abundant flowers. However, in climates with strong or extended summer sun, partial shade should be provided to reduce heat stress and sunburn.

Stonecrop (Sedum 'Plum Perfection') should be pruned once a year, in early spring before it begins to grow. Though you can shape or cut back the plant to keep it looking neat and tidy, pruning is meant to help encourage a healthier, more vigorous growth and should be fairly minimal. Start by deadheading any spent flowers that are still visible. If needed, remove any dead or damaged stems that are not blooming. Also take off any shoots that are growing outside of the desired shape or size. Next, prune any shoots that are growing too vertically, as this will promote a more bushy growth. When cutting these shoots back, do so to a few inches above a node to encourage lateral growth. You may also want to consider thinning out some of the more crowded parts of the plant if needed. Finally, make sure to give your Stonecrop a good drink of water immediately after pruning. This will help it to recover faster and promote new growth.