Sedum fragrans has moderate resistance to disease and is more sensitive to humidity. It becomes vulnerable to disease under high-humidity conditions and is prone to root rot during dormancy. Regarding care, Sedum fragrans tolerates drought but requires increased watering during the growing season. Watering should be greatly reduced or stopped entirely during the dormant period. Sedum fragrans is suitable for growers with some experience, though it can be challenging to care for, particularly during dormancy. It is especially appropriate for people who can devote time to its care during the winter months.
How to keep Sedum Fragrans.
Light
Native to dry habitats, Sedum fragrans does best in full sun, since its natural surroundings have strong sunlight and very little shade. It can also tolerate partial sun, providing some flexibility in its growth.
Temperature
Although Sedum fragrans tolerates some heat, it mainly thrives and grows in cooler periods and goes dormant in summer. In very hot summer conditions, provide shade to avoid scorching from strong sunlight. Watering should be cut back or stopped during the hottest part of the year to prevent root rot. Sedum fragrans shows vigorous growth in winter and spring, and will keep growing steadily as long as temperatures do not fall too low.
Fertilizer
Sedum fragrans only needs light applications of fertilizer once or twice a year during the growing season. Do not fertilize in winter or in summer when the plant is dormant. Cut back on fertilizer for repotted plants and wait a couple of months after repotting before feeding. Fertilizing helps maintain healthy growth and encourages flowering.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Succulent, Herb
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Sedum
- Family
- Crassulaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 7-10
- Mature Height
- 10 cm to 20 cm
- Mature Spread
- 15 cm to 30 cm
- Leaf Color
- Light Green, Yellow Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- White, Pink
- Flower Size
- 1.02 cm to 2.03 cm
- Bloom Time
- Early summer, Mid summer
- Planting Time
- Spring
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall
- Native Area
- Italy, France
