Jelly bean plant care guide
Sedum × rubrotinctum
Also known as: Pork and beans
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 Jelly bean plant
- Spring–Summer (Mar–Sep)
- Every 14 days
- In spring, water well about two or three days after the soil dries; from the rainy season to midsummer ease off to about twice a month, in the evening.
- Autumn (Oct–Nov)
- Every 10 days
- Fall is a growing season: water thoroughly once the soil dries, as a guide, and the more sun it gets the redder the leaves turn.
- Winter (Dec–Feb)
- Every month
- In winter, water lightly about once a month on a mild morning.
Light and placement for Jelly bean plant
A spring-fall grower that generally wants full sun under the eaves all year: sun and cold turn the leaves bright red, while in poor light they stay green and stretch, so avoid only harsh afternoon sun in midsummer.
Overwintering Jelly bean plant
Overwintering guide: 0°C (32°F) or above
Fairly cold-hardy: it generally takes about 0°C if kept off frost, so on freezing nights move it deeper under the eaves or to a bright window and go easy on water.
Fertilizing and repotting Jelly bean plant
Fertilizer
It needs almost no feeding: diluted liquid fertilizer about once a month in spring and fall, since too much keeps the leaves green and large instead of coloring.
When to repot
Spring–Summer (Mar–Sep), Autumn (Oct–Nov)
Common problems with Jelly bean plant
- Overwatered, the leaves swell, split, and drop.
- Indoors in dim light it stays green, stretches, and droops.
- Long rains steam the base and it rots.
Tips for growing Jelly bean plant
- Fallen leaves scattered on dry soil usually root and sprout.
- For red color, give less water from fall and let it feel sun and cool nights.
- Cut back leggy stems and replant the tips after drying them a few days.
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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