Sedum makinoi 'Ogon' - Japanese Golden Sedum
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| Management number | 250425195 | Release Date | 2026/09/17 | List Price | US$3.20 | Model Number | 250425195 | ||
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- Description
- Sedum 'Ogon' - Japanese Golden Sedum Care Guide
- FAQ/Common Issues
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Sedum 'Ogon', also called Japanese Golden Sedum, is a succulent native to Japan, where it grows naturally among rocky outcroppings and woodland edges. It belongs to the Sedum genus in the Crassulaceae family and is popular among beginner plant collectors seeking beauty with minimal fuss.
The plant is recognizable for its small, rounded leaves in golden yellow that glow in sunlight. It grows in a trailing, clumping, mat-forming habit, spreading wide to create a dense living carpet that softens edges, spills over containers, and fills gaps. The foliage stays compact yet creeps generously outward, making it a true wide-spreading groundcover succulent.
It produces small, star-shaped yellow flowers in late spring to early summer above that signature golden foliage. Flowering occurs on mature plants given good light, and the blossoms attract pollinators without fragrance. Even outside of bloom season, the golden yellow leaves keep the plant ornamental year-round.
Move it outside in summer; it handles balcony wind without trouble. The plant transitions from indoor windowsills to outdoor patios when warm weather arrives. Rotate it regularly indoors for even, balanced growth, and keep it away from air conditioning or heating vents that blast dry air directly onto the foliage. It does appreciate shelter from heavy rain to prevent waterlogged roots. You can leave it up to ten days without water. This is a pet-friendly succulent with no toxicity concerns, so it suits households with curious cats and dogs.
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Sedum makinoi 'Ogon' - Japanese Golden Sedum grows well in bright indirect light, partial sun, or full sun outdoors.
Water it every 10 to 14 days, allowing soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Sedum 'Ogon' grows well in a fast-draining mix of cactus soil blended with perlite for ideal drainage.
It prefers temperatures of 25°F and above, with strong frost hardiness for a succulent.
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Sedum 'Ogon' is a moderate to fast spreader that needs only a light balanced feed once in spring.
It is hardy in USDA zones 6 through 9, tolerating frost down to around 25°F. It grows outdoors in Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Arkansas, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Oregon, Washington, California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, and Hawaii. It also survives outdoors in zone 6 states including Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, Colorado, Utah, and Idaho with light winter protection in milder microclimates.
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Q: Is Sedum makinoi 'Ogon' - Japanese Golden Sedum pet friendly?
A: It is non-toxic and safe for cats and dogs.
Q: How can I tell if my plant needs water?
A: Sedum makinoi 'Ogon' - Japanese Golden Sedum shows stress through softer or less plump stems when underwatered; check the soil first to confirm it is bone-dry before watering.
Q: Does Sedum 'Ogon' need direct sun to maintain its golden color?
A: Bright indirect light to full sun keeps the leaves golden; in low light, the foliage may fade to pale yellow or greenish.
Q: Can this plant be propagated easily?
A: Sedum 'Ogon' propagates easily from stem cuttings; snip a healthy stem, let it callous for a day, then plant it in well-draining soil and water lightly until roots establish.
Q: How fast does Japanese Golden Sedum spread?
A: It is a moderate to fast spreader, quickly filling containers and ground space with its trailing, mat-forming growth habit.
Q: Is there anything that causes problems with Japanese Golden Sedum?
A: Overwatering and poor drainage are the main issues; soggy soil leads to root rot and yellow or translucent leaves.
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