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Leggy Growth in Golden Sedum
verifiedReviewed by the GreenScout Team
A warm-colored succulent with yellow-green to golden leaves that may develop red tips in bright light
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Golden Sedum care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to leggy growth in Golden Sedum. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Light
Bright indirect to direct sunlight; 6+ hours daily to maintain golden color
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Fertiliser
Light feeding during growing season with diluted succulent fertilizer, once monthly
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Symptoms to look for in Golden Sedum
- fiber_manual_recordLong, weak, stretched stems
- fiber_manual_recordLarge gaps between leaves
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Common causes in Golden Sedum
- fiber_manual_recordInsufficient light
- fiber_manual_recordLack of pruning
- fiber_manual_recordSeasonal low light
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How to diagnose leggy growth in Golden Sedum
Plants lean towards light source or grow tall and thin in low light conditions.
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How to treat leggy growth in Golden Sedum
Move to brighter location. Prune to encourage bushy growth. Supplement with grow light.
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Preventing leggy growth in Golden Sedum
Provide adequate light. Regular pinching back of growing tips.