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Pale Leaves in Golden Sedum
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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 pale leaves 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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Water
Water moderately during growing season when soil is dry to the touch; reduce significantly in winter
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Symptoms to look for in Golden Sedum
- fiber_manual_recordWashed-out, pale colour
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing between veins
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Common causes in Golden Sedum
- fiber_manual_recordIron deficiency
- fiber_manual_recordMagnesium deficiency
- fiber_manual_recordToo much direct sun
- fiber_manual_recordAlkaline soil
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How to diagnose pale leaves in Golden Sedum
Interveinal yellowing on new growth = iron deficiency. On old growth = magnesium deficiency.
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How to treat pale leaves in Golden Sedum
Apply chelated iron or Epsom salt as appropriate. Adjust soil pH.
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Preventing pale leaves in Golden Sedum
Use ericaceous compost for acid-loving plants. Feed with micronutrient fertiliser.