{"product_id":"japanese-golden-ogon-sedum-succulent-3-pot","title":"Japanese Golden Ogon Sedum - Succulent - 3\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Japanese Golden 'Ogon' Sedum (\u003cem\u003eSedum makinoi\u003c\/em\u003e 'Ogon') is a creeping, mat-forming succulent prized for its dense carpet of small, rounded, bright golden-yellow to chartreuse leaves. It stays only a few centimetres tall while spreading sideways, making it a popular living groundcover and 'spiller' in mixed pots and dish gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginally from Japan, this stonecrop is tough and drought-tolerant once established. In Indian gardens it does best in bright light with protection from harsh afternoon sun in the hot plains, and thrives in well-drained pots, terrace gardens, rockeries and trough arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmall star-shaped yellow flowers may appear in the warmer months, but it is grown mainly for its vivid foliage that brightens shady corners and softens container edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrassulaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-10 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-30 cm or more, trailing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to fast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTiny rounded golden-yellow to chartreuse succulent leaves; evergreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSummer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers mild, cool to warm conditions; grow in pots in tropical plains\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright light to partial shade; full morning sun, shield from harsh afternoon sun in hot plains. Too much shade fades the gold colour.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow. Water only when the top 2-3 cm of soil is dry; let soil dry between waterings. Reduce sharply in monsoon and winter to prevent rot.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast-draining gritty mix; e.g. potting soil with added sand, perlite or cocopeat. Avoid heavy, water-logging soils.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComfortable around 15-30 C. Tolerates cooler weather well; protect from prolonged frost.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers low to moderate humidity; dislikes constant dampness and stuffy, poorly ventilated spots.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight feeder. A dilute balanced liquid fertilizer once a month in spring and the growing season is sufficient; avoid over-feeding.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal. Trim or pinch back leggy or overgrown stems to keep the mat dense and tidy; trimmings root easily.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 1-2 years or when crowded; spring is ideal. Use a shallow, well-draining container.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery easy from stem cuttings or by dividing the mat; lay cuttings on barely moist gritty soil and they root quickly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally pest-resistant. Watch for mealybugs and aphids; root rot from overwatering is the main problem.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally considered non-toxic to pets and humans, though ingestion may cause mild stomach upset.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Versatile in small-space Indian gardens:\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Living groundcover and edging in pots, troughs and rockeries\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026amp;#039;Spiller\u0026amp;#039; that trails over the rim of mixed succulent containers and hanging pots\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Brightening shady balcony corners and terrace gardens with golden foliage\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Dish gardens, miniature and fairy gardens\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Low-water, low-maintenance landscaping\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Drainage is everything: use a gritty mix and pots with drainage holes, and never let the plant sit in water.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;During the monsoon, move pots under a covered balcony or eave so heavy rain does not waterlog the soil and cause rot. Water sparingly in this season.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In peak summer in the plains, give bright but indirect light or morning sun only; intense afternoon sun can scorch the foliage. In hill stations and the cool winter months it enjoys more direct sun, which deepens the golden colour.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Pinch back stems regularly to keep a thick, compact mat, and replant the trimmings to fill gaps.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Golden Ogon Sedum in India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater only when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry, letting it dry out between waterings. Cut back watering sharply during the monsoon and winter, as soggy soil quickly causes root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my Ogon Sedum losing its golden colour?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFading to plain green usually means too little light. Move it to a brighter spot with morning sun or strong indirect light; the gold tone returns and deepens with more light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow this succulent indoors or on a balcony?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It does well on bright balconies and near sunny windows. Give it the brightest spot available, a fast-draining gritty mix and a pot with drainage holes, and avoid overwatering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256163631350,"sku":"PLT-JAPANESEGOLD-P03-NA","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/N3K1EAsk4xXQrbxuOsBhkoGRsyTEjjQcBMgkNgqh.png?v=1783922186","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/japanese-golden-ogon-sedum-succulent-3-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}