Burro's tail care guide
Sedum morganianum
Also known as: Donkey's tail
Pets and children
We haven't been able to confirm how this plant affects pets or small children. If any is eaten, consult a veterinarian or a doctor.
How often to water Burro's tail
- Spring–Summer (Mar–Sep)
- Every 14 days
- In spring, water thoroughly a few days after the soil dries, as a guide; from the rainy season to midsummer give only a light evening drink once or twice a month.
- Autumn (Oct–Nov)
- Every 10 days
- Fall is a growing season: water well once the soil dries, about every 10 days, and wrinkled leaves mean it is thirsty.
- Winter (Dec–Feb)
- Every 3 weeks
- In winter, a light watering about every three weeks on a mild morning is a good guide.
Light and placement for Burro's tail
A spring-fall grower that generally likes bright shade to gentle sun with good airflow: shade it from harsh midsummer sun, hang it at a bright window indoors, and expect sparse leaves in poor light.
Overwintering Burro's tail
Overwintering guide: 3°C (37°F) or above
As a guide, bring it to a bright window when nights fall below about 3°C; the trailing stems suffer in cold wind, so keep it against a wall under the eaves and on the dry side if it stays outside.
Fertilizing and repotting Burro's tail
Fertilizer
Diluted liquid fertilizer about once a month in spring and fall, none in midsummer or winter; overfed plants get loose leaves that drop.
When to repot
Spring–Summer (Mar–Sep), Autumn (Oct–Nov)
Common problems with Burro's tail
- Every touch knocks off leaves until the stems look bare.
- Summer humidity rots a stem partway along and it breaks off.
- Harsh sun yellows and shrivels the leaves.
Tips for growing Burro's tail
- Grow it in a hanging pot in a fixed spot; moving it costs leaves.
- Fallen leaves laid on dry soil root into new plants.
- When stems get too long, cut and replant them to renew the plant.
These are AI-generated general guidelines. They vary with the variety, the placement and the pot size. For effects on pets or children, consult a veterinarian or a doctor.
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