Hairy stonecrop has moderate disease resistance and is more sensitive to humidity. It is vulnerable to disease when humidity is high and is liable to root rot during dormancy. Regarding care, Hairy stonecrop tolerates drought but requires more water in the growing season. Watering should be greatly reduced or stopped entirely during the dormant period. Hairy stonecrop is suitable for people with some growing experience, but it can be challenging to care for, especially during dormancy. It is particularly appropriate for those who have time to devote to its care in the winter months.
How to keep Sedum Pentandrum.
Light
Originating in arid regions, Hairy stonecrop grows best in full sun, its native habitat marked by intense sunlight and scant shade. It also tolerates partial sun, giving it some adaptability in its growth.
Temperature
Although Hairy stonecrop can tolerate some heat, it mainly thrives and grows in the cooler seasons and goes dormant in summer. In very hot summer conditions, provide shade to prevent scorching from intense sunlight. Watering should be reduced or stopped during the hottest part of the year to avoid root rot. Hairy stonecrop grows vigorously in winter and spring, and as long as temperatures do not fall too low, it will continue to grow steadily.
Fertilizer
For Hairy stonecrop, light applications of fertilizer one to two times a year during the growing season are sufficient. Avoid fertilizing in winter and summer when it is dormant. Reduce fertilizer for plants that have been repotted and wait a couple of months after repotting before fertilizing. Fertilizing supports healthy growth and encourages blooms.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Annual, Biennial, Perennial
- Genus
- Sedum
- Family
- Crassulaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 4-9
- Mature Height
- 8 cm to 10 cm
- Mature Spread
- 10 cm to 20 cm
- Leaf Color
- Light Green, Yellow Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- Pink
- Flower Size
- 0.51 cm
- Bloom Time
- Late spring, Early summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Mid summer, Late summer
- Native Area
- Sweden, Austria, Czech Republic, Poland, Croatia, Slovenia, Belarus, Serbia, Norway, Germany, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Denmark, Iceland, Finland, United Kingdom, France
