ABOUT
The Sedeveria plant is a genuinely exceptional succulent.
It grows well in arid environments and requires little water like all succulents. But the Sedeveria is a bit different from other succulents in that it’s not only drought-tolerant but also cold-tolerant. It can survive snowfall and temperatures as low as 20 degrees Fahrenheit!
Sedeveria is also known for its beauty. It produces clusters of pink or white flowers during the late spring and early summer, but its leaves are what set it apart. The leaves are short and fat, with a beautiful gray-green color speckled with red.
But all of these features mean very little if you don’t know how to cultivate this unique plant properly. While the Sedeveria is easy to care for compared to most plants, it has some specific requirements that you must meet if you want the plant to thrive in your home or garden—so let’s take a look at how to care for Sedeveria:
CARING FOR SEDEVERIA PLANT
Sedeveria plants are tolerant of drought conditions, but they do not tolerate wet feet. Be careful when planting them in areas with clay soil, as it will hold more water than other soil types. To avoid having a soggy plant, mix up the soil with sand and pebbles to help improve drainage. Sedeveria plants can grow in almost any type of soil except for saturated clay soils. They are not very picky about soil pH and prefer it slightly acidic (pH 6.1 – 7.5).
SOIL AND SUNLIGHT REQUIREMENTS
Be mindful that sedeveria plants require well-draining soil, but they’re more tolerant of soil types than most succulents. It’s good to plant your sedeveria with cactus potting mix or standard potting mix amended with sand and perlite for extra drainage.
The perfect lighting conditions for sedeveria are partial sun to full sun. They can also tolerate shady spots, but the plants will grow longer and lean towards the light source placed in a dim area.
During the winter months, you can move your sedeveria to a window that will receive bright, indirect sunlight or place it under artificial grow lights for 8 hours daily.
WATERING GUIDELINES
Watering is the biggest challenge with succulents and other plants that require excellent drainage. Succulents, like most plants, are sensitive to overwatering. The wetter the soil is, the less oxygen can be absorbed by their roots, which causes them to begin to rot or die. It’s important not to give your Sedeveria “Bill Gladstone” too much water, so only water when it becomes completely dry—if you wait too long between watering periods you will notice brown tips on the plant’s leaves. This means that if your plant is placed in a group of potted plants—like during a holiday gathering—it may be wise to rearrange it in its own pot so you don’t forget about watering it.
The opposite problem can also occur if you forget about watering for too long and your Sedeveria “Bill Gladstone” starts turning yellow or losing leaves altogether. This problem is solved by giving your plant water as soon as possible; do not allow the soil surrounding your Sedeveria “Bill Gladstone” to become bone-dry before supplying more water!
FERTILIZER NEEDS
Fertilizing sedeveria plants is essential when growing these plants outdoors. Apply a balanced fertilizer once every two weeks in spring and summer.
Do not fertilize during the winter months, as the plant should be resting.
PLANT CARE TIPS
Unlike other succulents, Sedeveria plants require more care than just providing adequate sunlight and well-drained soil.
You will need to do some pruning and deadheading of Sedeveria plants in order to keep them looking their best. Deadheading is the process of removing old or faded flowers as they appear. Removing dead leaves that have fallen on your plant is also essential because, if left alone, they can trap moisture around the base of your plant which could cause rot. If you’re struggling with a rot problem, remove any discolored or blackened areas carefully with a sharp knife, cutting back to healthy tissue only. This will help prevent the spread of infection and decay from making its way deeper into the plant’s tissues. It’s best to avoid using copper fungicide sprays near other houseplants since copper toxicity can sometimes cause injury when exposed directly through contact with another plant’s skin (or yours).
PROPAGATION METHODS
How To Grow Sedeveria From Cuttings
You can propagate the plants from cuttings. Snipp one of these mother plant’s leaves using a sharp and clean knife or clippers to get a cutting. The leaf should be about three to four inches in length and free of any blemishes. Let the leaf dry out for two days before you plant it in loose potting soil. Water it regularly until new growth appears. Once new development has started, you can transplant your cutting into a larger container or your garden.
How To Grow Sedeveria From Leaves
You may also propagate sedum plants by simply placing one or two leaves on top of some well-drained potting soil and watering them as needed until new growth begins to form around the base of each leaf. When this occurs, you can transplant them into larger containers or your garden bed outdoors.
GROWING SEDEVEREA PLANTS IS EASY
Growing sedeveria plants is easy. This succulent plant is a low-maintenance houseplant that grows under a wide variety of conditions. Sedeverea plants can do well in partial shade or full sun, as long as they have well-drained soil. They are not picky about soil type, but they should be planted in a sandy potting mix that drains quickly after watering. If overwatering occurs, the roots will rot, so it’s best to water just enough to moisten the soil and dry it out before rewatering again.
The bottom line is that sedeveria plant is a beautiful succulent. However, it does require a certain amount of attention to grow and thrive, but those who tend to this plant will be rewarded with a plant that produces gorgeous flowers year-round.