Narrative Description:
A species native to Mexico, commonly known as “Coppertone” Sedum due to the bronze-coppery tones on their succulent green foliage which will grow up to about 15cm tall. They are hardy and can bloom with small star shaped white flowers in summer.
Ideal Conditions:
Plant in full sun in an open airy location with well-drained soil and water sparingly, allowing soil to dry between watering. Keep the foliage reasonably dry during winter months if possible.
Possible Situation:
A wonderful addition to any rockery, paving or gravel bed and can make superb container plants with other alpines, herbs and less prolific summer patio plants.
Resilience:
Half-hardy
Habit:
Clump Forming
Height x Spread / Trail:
10 x 20 cm
Features:
Drought Tolerant
Typical Season:
Summer
Flower Colour:
Foliage Colour:
orange
Flowering Time:
N/A
Planting Recommendations:
Bed/Border
Raised Bed
Container
Prefers:
Full Sun
Part Sun
Temperature Tolerance:
Can survive winter in very well protected, free draining garden situations, especially if sheltered from hard frosts.
Plant Care:
Family:
CRASSULACEAE
Genus:
Sedum
Species:
nussbaumerianum
Category:
Succulents
Recommended Pot Sizes:
9cm
11cm
1Ltr
Pot Spacing:
Leave enough room so that foliage does not overlap within crop time.
Typical time required from pot to sale:
28 weeks over Winter
8 weeks in Spring / Summer
Based on producing a finished pot size of 1L for plug products and 2L for liner products. (*)
Growing Media / Irrigation / Water Capacity:
Well drained - keep dry
Feeding / Fertilser
(during crop time):
NPK balanced feeding
Feeding Frequency:
Requires normal/regular feeding (Standard EC)
Recommended pH:
Standard 5.0 to 5.5
Growth Regulation PGR:
Due to the current approval situation, please contact your PGR provider
Temperature During Production:
Cool crop 4 - 12°C
Temperature During Transport:
12-16°C
Available for Delivery:
N/A
Recommended Sales Window:
N/A
Forecast Availability:
| Wk/Yr: | 51/24 | 29/25 |
|---|---|---|
| Qty: | 2 | 1 |
Please note: this forecasted availability is a guide only. Quantities can be increased or produced earlier on request.
Common Pests:
Common Diseases:
|
100 Plants / Tray |
100 Plants / Tray |
104 Plants / Tray |
|
104 Plants / Tray |
100 Midi Plug Plants (10 Varieties) |
Additional Notes (*):
All information provided is based on producing a default finished pot size of 1L for our plug products, and 2L for 7cm and 9cm liner products. For alternative pot sizes please adjust cultural notes accordingly.
Finishing times - Based on average estimated climatic and environmental conditions, and are for guidance purposes only.
Temperature – These conditions assume a protected ornamental growing environment. Recommended growing is generally above 5°C.
Feeding – Does not specify controlled release or liquid fertiliser application. This choice will depend on your conditions, requirements and preferences – please contact your fertiliser consultant for suitable products to meet your requirements.
Growing media and pH – Is shown for guidance purposes only - please contact your growing media consultant for suitable growing media to meet your requirements.
Disclaimer
This information is for guidance purposes only and is based upon our own growing environment and experience during trials. It is wise to use your own knowledge about your growing conditions and local environment in order to make informed cultural decisions.
