Widowscross

About Widowscross

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

Scientific name

Sedum pulchellum

Genus

Sedum

Family

Crassulaceae

Order

Saxifragales

How to care for Widowscross

💦 Water

How often to water your Widowscross

Widowscross 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

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

No Yes

Select the pot size

☀️ Light

Finding light for Widowscross in your home

Widowscross love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Widowscross does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Widowscross

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Widowscross: 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 Widowscross after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Browse #Sedum

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Widowscross is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

How to Grow Widowscross →

Benefits of Growing Widowscross →

Common Widowscross Problems →

Indoor Care Guide for Widowscross →

Outdoor Care Guide for Widowscross →

💦 Water Needs

Widowscross 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.

Widowscross Water Frequency →

Widowscross Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Widowscross 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 🏡.

Widowscross Light Requirements →

Widowscross Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Widowscross 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

Widowscross 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.

Widowscross Humidity Needs →

🪴 Soil

Widowscross 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 Widowscross →

Best Pots for Widowscross →

When and How to Successfully Repot Widowscross →

What Are Healthy Widowscross Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Widowscross 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 Widowscross →

❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Widowscross 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

Widowscross is native to Northern Hemisphere, South America, and Africa.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Widowscross grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Widowscross Lifecycle →

Widowscross Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Widowscross →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Widowscross can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Widowscross Temperature Tolerance →

Widowscross Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Widowscross →

When to Plant Widowscross →

How to Plant Widowscross →

Where to Plant Widowscross →

Winter Care for Widowscross →

Best Companion Plants for Widowscross →

Is Widowscross a Weed? →

🧐 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 Bugs Affecting Widowscross →

What Eats Widowscross? →

😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Widowscross. 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!