Sedum - Rubrotinctum Green Jellybeans
Sedum rubrotinctum 'Green Jellybean' is a charming succulent cultivar celebrated for its small, plump, bean-shaped leaves that typically maintain a vibrant green hue. This delightful plant forms low-growing, spreading clusters, making it a wonderful addition to rock gardens, ground cover, and container arrangements, offering a fresh and lively touch to any succulent collection.
Key Features of Sedum rubrotinctum 'Green Jellybean'
- Small, Plump, Bean-Shaped Leaves: The most distinctive feature is its small, rounded, and fleshy leaves that resemble tiny green jellybeans.
- Vibrant Green Coloration: The leaves primarily exhibit a bright, fresh green color.
- Low-Growing, Spreading Habit: Forms low mats or spreading clusters of stems.
- Potential for Red Tipping: While primarily green, the leaf tips can sometimes develop reddish or bronze hues, particularly when exposed to more sunlight or cooler temperatures.
- Easy to Propagate: Readily roots from stem and leaf cuttings.
- Yellow Flowers: Mature plants produce clusters of small, star-shaped yellow flowers.
Care for Your Sedum rubrotinctum 'Green Jellybean'
- Light: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Full sun exposure can enhance any potential red tipping.
- Soil: Requires well-draining soil to prevent root rot. A commercial cactus or succulent mix is ideal.
- Watering: Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Sedums are drought-tolerant and susceptible to overwatering. Reduce watering during the dormant winter months.
- Temperature: Prefers mild temperatures and is generally not frost-tolerant. Protect from freezing conditions.
- Humidity: Adapts well to typical household humidity levels. Good air circulation is beneficial.
Maintenance for a Thriving Plant
- Removing Dead Foliage: Regularly remove any dead or dried leaves and stems to maintain a tidy appearance.
- Pruning (Optional): Can be pruned to control shape and encourage bushier growth.
- Repotting (If in Containers): Repot every 1-2 years or when the plant outgrows its container, using a well-draining soil mix.
- Pest Control: Generally pest-resistant, but monitor for common succulent pests.
Propagation Methods for Expanding Your Collection
- Stem Cuttings: A very easy and reliable method. Take stem cuttings a few inches long, allow the cut ends to callus over for a day or two, and then plant them in well-draining soil. They root readily.
- Leaf Cuttings: Can also be propagated from individual leaves. Gently detach a healthy leaf, allow the cut end to callus, and then place it on well-draining soil. New plantlets will eventually emerge.
Sedum rubrotinctum 'Green Jellybean' is a delightful and easy-to-grow succulent prized for its charming green, bean-shaped leaves and spreading habit. Its adaptability and ease of propagation make it a wonderful addition to any succulent enthusiast's collection.
* Picture and information intended only as a guide. Size and colours of plants will vary, not any 1 plant is exactly the same and minor variations will occur.
** All plants will be posted bare rooted.

