Plant Care Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars'

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars'

Also known as

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars, sedem adolphi 'shooting stars' and shooting stars

Taxonomy

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars'
Sedum
Crassulaceae
Saxifragales

How to care for Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars'

💦 Water

How often to water your Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars'

Water needs for Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars'
0.5 cups
every 12

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' 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 Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars'

Water 0.5 cups every
12

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars': 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars': 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 Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' →

Common Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' Problems →


💦 Water Needs

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' 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.

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' Water Frequency →

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' 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 🏡.

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' Light Requirements →

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' 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.


💨 Humidity

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' 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.

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' 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!

Best Soil Mix for Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' →

When and How to Successfully Repot Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' →


💩 Fertilizer

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' 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 Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' →


❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' 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

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' is native to Northern Hemisphere, South America, and Africa.


🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' Flowers →


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' has long, trailing foliage which makes them a great addition to a hanging planter. The newest growth will emerge from the tip of the stems.

How and When to Prune Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' Temperature Tolerance →


🌱 Propagation

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' can be propagated by the stem method. To propagate:

  • Make a cut just above the node. The node is the break in the stem where the leaf emerges.
  • To get the cutting to root, you can either:
    • Place the cutting in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
    • Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.

How to Propagate Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars' →


🧐 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 Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars'. 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 Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars'

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars'

Sedum adolphi 'Shooting Stars'


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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