Water
Water thoroughly when the soil is dry to the touch, typically every 1-2 weeks during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly in winter, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Also known as Caucasian Phedimus · Caucasian Sedum · Dual-Row Phedimus
Caucasian Stonecrop (Phedimus spurius) is a low-growing succulent perennial with fleshy, toothed leaves and star-shaped pink to crimson flowers in late summer.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best growth and flowering.
Drought Tolerant
25% intensity
Allow soil to dry between waterings, especially in winter.
Well-drained, sandy, loamy
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures, hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Low Feed
25% intensity
Requires minimal fertilization; overfeeding can cause weak growth.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the soil is dry to the touch, typically every 1-2 weeks during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly in winter, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Prune in early spring to remove any winter damage or in late fall after flowering to tidy the plant. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage a tidier appearance and potentially a second bloom.
Pruning also helps maintain a compact shape.
Propagate from stem cuttings or division. Take cuttings in spring or early summer and root them in well-draining soil. Divisions can be made in spring or fall.
Both methods are straightforward and highly successful for this species.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring, or when they become root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a succulent or cactus mix. Ensure the new pot has drainage holes to prevent waterlogging.
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Where Caucasian Stonecrop (Phedimus spurius) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Phedimus |
| Species | Phedimus spurius |
Similar in genus Phedimus
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