Plant Care Lemon Coral

Lemon Coral

About Lemon Coral

Plants in the Sedum genus are super diverse, and are native to regions all over the world. Horticulturalists have bred them to create even more variietes that come in all manner of shapes and colors! Their succulent leaves help store water, and they are incredibly easy to propagate. Just gently pop off one of the leaves and with water and sunlight it will grow into a whole new plant. 🪴

Taxonomy

Sedum mexicanum
Sedum
Crassulaceae
Saxifragales

Also known as

Mexican Stonecrop

How to care for Lemon Coral

💦 Water

How often to water your Lemon Coral

Water needs for Lemon Coral
0.5 cups
every 12

Lemon Coral needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Lemon Coral

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Mexican Stonecrop in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Lemon Coral: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Lemon Coral love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Lemon Coral does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Lemon Coral in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Lemon Coral

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Lemon Coral: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Lemon Coral after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level
💦 Water Needs

Lemon Coral thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Mexican Stonecrop Water Frequency →

Mexican Stonecrop Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Lemon Coral requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Mexican Stonecrop Light Requirements →

Mexican Stonecrop Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Lemon Coral is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

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Mexican Stonecrop Toxicity to Humans →


💨 Humidity

Lemon Coral enjoys lots of humidity. Provide humidity for your plant by watering regularly and thoroughly, since plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves. They may also benefit from being placed next to a humidifier.

Mexican Stonecrop Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Lemon Coral is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

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💩 Fertilizer

Lemon Coral grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Mexican Stonecrop →


❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Lemon Coral to go dormant in the summertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.


🌎 Native Region

Lemon Coral is native to Northern Hemisphere, South America, and Africa.


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Lemon Coral grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.

Mexican Stonecrop Lifecycle →

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How and When to Prune Mexican Stonecrop →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Lemon Coral. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


Care Summary for Lemon Coral

Lemon Coral

Lemon Coral


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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