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Sedum spurium What a Doozie

Creeping groundcover with reliable, green and white variegation.
  • Trialed and proven to not show any reversion – a superior trait compared to competitors.
  • Variegation is stable, for less shrink and more dependable production.
  • Plants gain attractive blush pink and creamy pink flowers in Fall.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Scientific Name: Sedum spurium
CommonName: Stonecrop
Hardiness Zone: 5a - 9b
Hardiness Degree: -20°F (-20°C)
Blooming Season: Autumn, Late Summer
Plant Habit: Spreading
Water: Light
Fertilizer: Once a month
Spacing: 13 - 16" (33 - 41cm)
Height: 2 - 5" (5 - 13cm)
Width: 11 - 14" (28 - 36cm)
Exposure: Sun

PROPAGATION

Media EC/pH: EC 0.75-0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
Soil Temperature: 70-72°F (21-22°C)
Rooting Hormone: 500 ppm IBA
Mist: Very low
Fertilization: 50-75 ppm N
Pinching: Typically not necessary in propagation.
Transplanting: 35-42 days after sticking
Comments: Do not over-mist. Oversaturated rooting media will slow the rooting process and contribute to stem rot. Remove from mist environment as soon as roots appear.

FINISHING

Media pH: 5.8-6.2
Temperature: Nights: 55 to 70°F (13 to 21°C) Days: 60 to 80°F (15 to 27°C)
Light Level (fc): 5,000 to 8,000
Vernalization: No
Daylength: Long day obligate
Watering: Allow media to dry regularly between watering.
Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 125 to 150 ppm.
Pinch After Transplant: One pinch, two to three weeks after transplant.
Plant Growth Regulators: PGRs generally not needed
Pests and Fungal Diseases: Generally pest and disease free.

CROP SCHEDULING

1–qt. (10–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot: Unrooted: 10-12 wks Rooted: 6 wks
1–gal. (15–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot: Unrooted: 12-14 wks Rooted: 8-10 wks
2 to 3–gal. (25 to 30–cm) pot, 3 plants per pot: Not recommended
Bloom Months: July to August
Plant Protection
'Spiraling Doozie'
Protection Information : PP31,789
(Flowering Only License)
Breeder: Darwin Perennials
Sedum spurium What a Doozie
Photo:  Bloom Photo:  Container