A trailing succulent forming long ropes densely packed with plump blue-green teardrop leaves coated in a chalky bloom, tipped with red-pink flowers in summer. Perfect tumbling from a hanging basket.
At a glance
- Plant type: Succulent
- Mature size: 10 cm H × 60 cm W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: very drought tolerant once established
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Burro's Tail
Sedum morganianum is a slow-growing succulent in the Crassulaceae family. It reaches around 10 cm tall and 60 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen and silver-grey foliage. Pink and red flowers appear in summer.
Where to grow Burro's Tail
Burro's Tail suits Mediterranean, warm-temperate and subtropical climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice.
Soil & planting
Burro's Tail does best in sandy and free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Burro's Tail handles dry conditions well once established. Feed as new growth begins, following the rate on a balanced garden fertiliser. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Burro's Tail after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. For most gardens, it is low maintenance.
Using Burro's Tail in the garden
Burro's Tail earns its place for pots and courtyard containers and hanging baskets. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Burro's Tail sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to dry conditions once established and Mediterranean climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Burro's Tail
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