How to Care for Sedum kamtschaticum (Kamchatka stonecrop)

Korean name: 기린초

Sedum kamtschaticum (Kamchatka stonecrop) photo

Sedum kamtschaticum is a perennial succulent plant with thick, fleshy leaves and bright yellow to orange flowers blooming in spring to early summer. It grows low and spreading, tolerating partial shade well. It is an easy-care native plant requiring moderate watering.

Key facts

Category: Succulent
Family: Crassulaceae
Difficulty: Easy
Where to keep: outdoors
Native to: Korea, Siberia, Kamchatka Peninsula
Growth rate: Moderate
Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
Traits: native, shade tolerant, succulent, beginner friendly, flowering
Also known as: Kamchatka stonecrop, Orange stonecrop

Care Guide

Light: Prefers partial shade or bright indirect light.
Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil dries out.
Soil: Well-draining succulent soil is best.
Humidity: Average humidity is sufficient.
Temperature: 10~25°C
Fertilizer: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Sedum kamtschaticum?

Water thoroughly when the soil dries out. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Sedum kamtschaticum?

Light: Prefers partial shade or bright indirect light. You can grow it outdoors. Soil: Well-draining succulent soil is best.

Is Sedum kamtschaticum safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Sedum kamtschaticum good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Temperature: 10~25°C. Humidity: Average humidity is sufficient. Fertiliser: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.