Not really a problem so much as planning ahead, but this Sedum Adolphi just keeps growing taller and I’m worried it won’t have enough of a foundation and that the stems will fall over/snap off. I propped them up with toothpicks, but any other tips?
you could try using wooden dowels and twine! you could also just propagate them :)
1 like Yeah I got toothpicks in rn cuz it’s so small lol thank you for the tips!
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They need a lot of like, do like sun light , when not getting correct amount of light it grow elongated, possibly due to plant next to it, needs to be in a sunny window or under a full spectrum grow light
1 like I’ve seen an upside down u shaped metal bar in a different plant today that helps support the leaves, so maybe get something like that or a metal stake that is soft anough to form one, only problem is your plant has leaves on all sides so could damage them
1 like Thank you very much this is all super helpful!
0 likes AI Overview +6 To support your elongated Sedum adolphi 'Sunset', the primary cause of elongation (leggy growth) is insufficient light, so provide more bright, direct sunlight, at least 4-6 hours daily. If moving the plant isn't an option, use a grow light. You can also prune the elongated stems, then propagate the cuttings to create a bushier, more compact plant. Why Elongation Happens Insufficient Light : This is the most common cause of leggy growth in succulents. When a Sedum doesn't receive enough light, it stretches to find it. Low Light indoors : Keeping the plant indoors with insufficient light is a common reason for stretching. How to Support and Prevent Elongation Increase Light: Direct Sunlight: Place your plant in a location where it gets at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Grow Lights: If natural light is insufficient, use a grow light to provide the necessary intensity. Prune and Propagate: Prune Leggy Stems: Use clean, sharp scissors to cut back the leggy stems. You can cut them to the desired height. Propagate Cuttings: Take the cuttings and place them in soil to grow new, compact plants. Create a Bushier Plant: Pinching Back: When a stem starts to grow, you can pinch back the tip. This action encourages the plant to produce multiple shoots at that point, resulting in a bushier plant.
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