Sedum Rubrotinctum "Jelly Bean Plant" 2Liter

Botanical Name: Sedum rubrotinctum
Common Names: Jelly Bean Plant, Pork and Beans, Christmas Jelly Plant, Red-Tip Sedum, Bean Stonecrop

📌 Product Description

Sedum rubrotinctum, commonly known as Jelly Bean Plant, is a cheerful, sun-loving succulent characterised by its plump, bean-shaped leaves that turn bright red at the tips in strong sunlight. The glossy green foliage becomes more intensely coloured during cooler weather and high light exposure.

Its compact, branching stems form dense clusters that create a vibrant groundcover or container filler. The colourful red tips make this one of the most popular accent sedums in succulent arrangements.

A hardy, drought-tolerant plant perfectly suited to South African rockeries, containers, and water-wise gardens.

📏 Size When Fully Grown

Height: 15 – 20 cm
Spread: 30 – 60 cm
Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading succulent
Growth Rate: Moderate

🌱 Best Growing Conditions

Light: Full sun for strongest red colouring
Soil: Well-draining sandy or gritty soil
Water:

Water moderately during active growth
Allow soil to dry completely between watering
Drought-tolerant once established
Avoid waterlogged soil

Feeding: Light compost or diluted fertiliser in spring

Maintenance:

Leaves detach easily if handled roughly
Protect from severe frost
Ensure excellent drainage to prevent rot

🌦️ Planting & Growing Season (South Africa)

Best Planting Time: Spring to early summer
Growing Season: Spring and summer
Flowering Season: Late winter to spring (small yellow flowers)
Climate Suitability: Suitable for most South African regions
Frost Tolerance: Tolerates light frost; protect in heavy frost areas

🌼 Additional Benefits

Vibrant red-tipped foliage
Excellent colour contrast plant
Drought-resistant
Low-maintenance
Easy to propagate from leaves or stems
Ideal for beginner gardeners

🌿 Ideal Uses

✔ Rock gardens
✔ Succulent bowls
✔ Container planting
✔ Path edging
✔ Water-wise landscapes
✔ Groundcover in sunny areas