Manystem liveforever has moderate disease resistance but is relatively sensitive to humidity. When humidity is high it is vulnerable to disease and during dormancy it is prone to root rot. Regarding care, Manystem liveforever tolerates drought yet requires increased watering during the growing season. Watering should be greatly reduced or halted completely during the dormant period. It is suitable for growers with some experience, but can be challenging to maintain, especially during dormancy. It is particularly appropriate for those who can dedicate time to its care during the winter months.
How to keep Sedum Multicaule.
Light
Native to arid regions, Manystem liveforever does best in full sun, since its natural habitat features intense sunlight and very little shade. It will also tolerate partial sun, giving it some flexibility in where it can grow.
Temperature
Although Manystem liveforever tolerates some heat, it mainly thrives and grows in the cooler months and becomes dormant in summer. In hot summer conditions, provide shade to prevent scorching from intense sunlight. Watering should be reduced or stopped during the hottest period to avoid root rot. Manystem liveforever has vigorous growth in winter and spring. As long as temperatures do not fall too low, it will continue to grow steadily.
Fertilizer
For Manystem liveforever, applying light doses of fertilizer 1–2 times a year during the growing season is enough. Do not fertilize in winter or summer when the plant is dormant. Cut back on fertilizer for repotted plants and wait a couple of months after repotting before fertilizing. Fertilizing promotes healthy growth and encourages blooms.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Succulent
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Sedum
- Family
- Crassulaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 9-11
- Mature Height
- 10 cm to 30 cm
- Mature Spread
- 15 cm to 25 cm
- Leaf Color
- Light Green, Pale Green
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- Yellow, Orange
- Flower Size
- 1.02 cm to 1.52 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Summer
