Botanical Name: Sedum nussbaumerianum (formerly known as Sedum adolphii)
Description: The Golden Sedum, scientifically known as Sedum nussbaumerianum, is a succulent plant with attractive trailing stems and vibrant golden-yellow leaves. The leaves are fleshy and often have a red or orange tint at the tips, especially when exposed to bright sunlight. This sedum variety is well-loved for its drought tolerance and easy-care nature.
Usage: Golden Sedum is commonly used as a hanging plant, making it ideal for hanging baskets or containers. Its trailing growth habit and colorful foliage add a cheerful and lively element to both indoor and outdoor spaces. It is often featured in succulent gardens and rock gardens.
Indoor/Outdoor: While Golden Sedum can be grown outdoors in well-draining soil, it is often cultivated as an indoor plant. Place it in hanging baskets near a sunny window where it can receive bright, indirect light. Outdoors, it thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Pet Friendliness: Sedum species, including Sedum nussbaumerianum, are generally non-toxic to pets. However, as a best practice, it's advisable to monitor pets around new plants, as individual animals may react differently.
How to Take Care of It: Caring for Golden Sedum involves providing well-draining soil and allowing it to dry out between waterings. It's a drought-tolerant succulent that prefers periods of dryness between waterings. Place it in a location with bright, indirect light for optimal growth. Fertilize sparingly during the growing season with a diluted succulent fertilizer.
Regularly inspect the plant for dead or decaying stems and leaves, and prune as needed to maintain its shape. Propagation is easy and can be done through stem cuttings.
Best Season: Golden Sedum can be grown year-round with proper care. Adjust watering and care routines based on seasonal changes and the specific conditions in which it is growing. Enjoy the trailing beauty of Golden Sedum in hanging displays, both indoors and outdoors.