English Stonecrop
About English Stonecrop
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. šŖ“
Taxonomy
Sedum anglicum
Sedum
Crassulaceae
Saxifragales
Also known as
Sedum Angelicum

How to care for English Stonecrop

How often to water your English Stonecrop

every 12
English Stonecrop needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesnāt 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.
Water 0.5 cups every
12

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for English Stonecrop in your home

a window
English Stonecrop love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
English Stonecrop does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of English Stonecrop in your home š”.

How to fertilize English Stonecrop

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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your English Stonecrop after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

English Stonecrop 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.
Sunlight Needs
English Stonecrop requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
English Stonecrop prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.
Soil
English Stonecrop is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesnāt 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!
Fertilizer
English Stonecrop grows very slowly and doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
Itās common for English Stonecrop 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
English Stonecrop is native to Northern Hemisphere, South America, and Africa.
Flowers
English Stonecrop produces flowers in the wild, but does not flower when kept as houseplants.
Care Summary for English Stonecrop
English Stonecrop
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 12 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
