Species stonecrop
dark-pink flowers and pink buds with green leaves and stems

stonecrop

Sedum 'Rosy Glow'

Stonecrop (Sedum 'Rosy Glow') is a mat-forming succulent groundcover with striking deep red foliage. It has attractive star-shaped flowers that emerge from the dark foliage in late spring to early summer. Cold-hardy and drought-tolerant, this low-maintenance plant grows best in sunny areas with well-drained soil. Its dense foliage, striking colors and long-lasting flowers make an ideal addition to rock gardens, borders and containers. 'Rosy Glow' looks great in combination with other succulents and requires minimal, occasional maintenance to look its best.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Division

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 9

Flowers:

Dark ruby red Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Soil:

Rocky , gravelly , dry, Well-drained

Fruits:

yellow,brown Fruits In Summer Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

red,pink

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Low

watering

Stonecrop (Sedum 'Rosy Glow') plants should be watered regularly, but it is important that the soil is allowed to partially dry out between waterings. During the spring and summer growing season, aim to water the plant once a week. During cooler, winter months, water stonecrop only when necessary. To check for moisture in the soil, simply insert your finger into the soil. If the soil is dry up to your second knuckle, your stonecrop needs to be watered. This type of sedum is a succulent and can tolerate periods of drought. However, to ensure healthy, vibrant growth, it's best to allow the soil to dry out in between waterings.

sunlight

Sedum 'Rosy Glow' needs full sun to partial shade to thrive, and does best when it receives at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. For best results, this plant should receive 6 hours of direct sun in the morning and some afternoon shade during the hottest part of the day. Too much direct sunlight can cause the leaf tips to become scorched. An east-facing window is ideal for this plant.

pruning

The best time to prune stonecrop (Sedum 'Rosy Glow') is in late winter or early spring just before new growth begins. Pruning should be done lightly, removing no more than 1-third of the plant's foliage. One should use sharp pruning shears, scissors, or hedge clippers to get a clean cut, and discard any dead, diseased, or damaged stems as soon as possible. Always prune in a way that encourages regrowth and a fuller plant. Stonecrop responds well to pruning once every couple of years, or bi-annually.

Season

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Starts Flowering

Sedum 'Rosy Glow' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Sedum 'Rosy Glow' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Sedum 'Rosy Glow' is in July and August.

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