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Description
Sedum spurium Schorbuser Blut is a low-growing, succulent perennial plant that belongs to the Crassulaceae family. It is a cultivar of the Sedum spurium species and is also known as Two-row Stonecrop or Red Carpet Stonecrop. The plant is native to the Caucasus Mountains and is widely cultivated for its ornamental value.The plant has fleshy, rounded or oblong leaves that grow in pairs along the stems. The leaves are blue-green or burgundy in color and turn crimson red in the fall. It produces clusters of small, star-shaped flowers that bloom in late spring or early summer. The flowers are pink or red in color and attract bees and butterflies.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Sedum |
Appearance
Sedum Spurium Schorbuser Blut is a low-growing plant that can reach a height of up to 10 cm and a spread of up to 60 cm. It has fleshy, rounded or oblong leaves that grow in pairs along the stems. The leaves are blue-green or burgundy in color and turn crimson red in the fall. The plant produces clusters of small, star-shaped flowers that bloom in late spring or early summer. The flowers are pink or red in color and attract bees and butterflies.
Care Guide
Sedum Spurium Schorbuser Blut is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal care. Here are some care tips:Water: The plant is drought-tolerant and does not require frequent watering. Water the plant only when the soil is dry to the touch.Fertilization: The plant does not require fertilization. However, you can feed it with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.Soil: The plant prefers well-draining soil that is slightly acidic. It can grow in poor soil and is tolerant of rocky, sandy, or gravelly soils.Sunlight: The plant prefers full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate hot and dry conditions.Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 3-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Sedum Spurium Schorbuser Blut is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it can be affected by root rot if the soil is too wet. The plant can also be attacked by mealybugs, scale insects, and aphids.
Habitat
Sedum Spurium Schorbuser Blut is native to the Caucasus Mountains and is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant. It can be grown in rock gardens, borders, or as ground cover.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Sedum Spurium Schorbuser Blut a perennial or an annual plant?
A: Sedum Spurium Schorbuser Blut is a perennial plant.Q: What is the ideal soil pH for Sedum Spurium Schorbuser Blut?
A: The plant prefers slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0.Q: How often should I water Sedum Spurium Schorbuser Blut?
A: Water the plant only when the soil is dry to the touch.Q: Can Sedum Spurium Schorbuser Blut grow in full shade?
A: The plant prefers full sun to partial shade.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants:- Sedum spurium ‘Dragon’s Blood’- Sedum reflexum ‘Blue Spruce’- Sedum acre ‘Golden Carpet’- Sedum spectabile ‘Autumn Joy’- Sedum rupestre ‘Angelina’
References
– The Spruce. (n.d.). Sedum ‘Schorbuser Blut’. Retrieved from https://www.thespruce.com/sedum-schorbuser-blut-plant-profile-4845023- Missouri Botanical Garden. (n.d.). Sedum spurium ‘Schorbuser Blut’. Retrieved from https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=b446
