Sedums, which have shallow roots, are succulent annuals and perennials native to temperate zones. Commonly called “stone crops,” the perennial types make ideal specimens for soil that’s exceptionally shallow. In fact, sedums can grow and thrive where soil is less than 1/2-inch deep, providing the site drains freely.
How do you dig up sedum?
- Cut a complete circle around the sedum plant with a spade, cutting about 2 inches away from the plant and 2 to 6 inches deep. …
- Push the spade under the soil ball and pry the roots free from the soil. …
- Shake the excess soil from the roots so you can see the root crown and the sedum roots.
What causes sedum?
Colletotrichum stem rot, also called sedum stem rot, is caused by an anthracnose fungus called Colletotrichum. Plants collapse or wilt, drawing attention to the crowns. The lower stems of these plants appear white with mycelia and pinhead-sized fruiting bodies of the fungus.
