If you're looking for an easy-to-care-for plant with charm, Sedum 'Jaspa' could be the perfect addition to your collection. It thrives in containers and rock gardens.
Scientific Name
Sedum 'Jaspa'
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sempervivoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Genus: Sedum
Origin
Sedum 'Jaspa' is a hybrid that results from a cross between Sedum pachyphyllum and an unknown, probably white-flowered Sedum species. Its origin is unknown, but it likely first emerged in Australia.
Description
Sedum 'Jaspa' is a beautiful succulent subshrub with numerous branches that bear jelly bean-shaped, densely packed leaves. The plant has a spreading habit and can grow up to 10 inches (25 cm) tall. When exposed to bright sunlight, the gray-green leaves take on red hues at the tips. During the cooler months, the red color becomes more intense.
In the summer, Sedum 'Jaspa' produces pale yellow star-shaped flowers in attractive clusters on leafy, erect or reflexed flower stalks.
How to Grow and Care for Sedum 'Jaspa'
Light: Sufficient light is most important to growing a healthy plant. Sedum 'Jaspa' grows best in locations where it will enjoy the full sun for at least six hours daily but will tolerate some shade. Place the plant near a sunny window or use artificial lights when growing indoors.
Soil: This plant does not like to sit in waterlogged soil, so drainage is essential to prevent root rot. Use a commercially available mix for succulents, or create your own.
Temperature: Sedum 'Jaspa' has a good tolerance to heat and low temperatures. It grows best in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 8b to 11b, with average minimum winter temperatures ranging from 15 to 50 °F (-9.4 to 10 °C).
Watering: From spring through fall, water thoroughly and wait for the soil to dry out before watering again. During the winter, water the plant just enough to keep it from shriveling. When watering, avoid wetting the leaves, stems, and flowers.
Fertilizing: Feed a water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half the recommended strength during the growing season. However, feeding is unnecessary if you provide the plant with fresh soil annually.
Repotting: When Sedum 'Jaspa' outgrows its current pot, repot it into a larger one during the spring. Make sure the soil is dry before you begin repotting.
Propagation: During the growing season, Sedum 'Jaspa' can be propagated by leaves and stem cuttings or by sowing seeds in spring or summer.
Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Sedum.
Toxicity of Sedum 'Jaspa'
Sedum 'Jaspa' is not listed as toxic for people but can be mildly toxic to pets and children.
Links
- Back to genus Sedum
- Succupedia: Browse succulents by Scientific Name, Common Name, Genus, Family, USDA Hardiness Zone, Origin, or cacti by Genus
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