Annual Stonecrop
4.3 out of 5 (4 experiences)
Fast grower
Easy to propagate
About Annual 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. 🪴
Taxonomy
Sedum annuum
Sedum
Crassulaceae
Saxifragales
How to care for Annual Stonecrop
Water
How often to water your Annual Stonecrop
every 12
Annual Stonecrop 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.
Water 0.5 cups every
12
Light
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Finding light for Annual Stonecrop in your home
a window
Annual Stonecrop love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Annual Stonecrop does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Annual Stonecrop in your home 🏡.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Annual 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 it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Annual Stonecrop after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
FAQs
Annual 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
Annual Stonecrop 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 🏡.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Annual 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
Annual Stonecrop 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!
Fertilizer
Annual Stonecrop 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!
Dormancy
It’s common for Annual 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
Annual Stonecrop is native to Northern Hemisphere, South America, and Africa.
Care Summary for Annual Stonecrop
Annual Stonecrop
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.
What other plant parents say
Fast grower 4
Easy to propagate 2
Survivor 2
09/02/2021
Can get leggy but otherwise very forgiving. Can be used as a ground cover.
Fast grower
Easy to propagate
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