Why Are My Sedums Drooping

Sedums, including the ever popular Autumn Joy, prefer full sun and well-drained soil. They tend to flop when grown in the shade and overly moist soil. Move your plant to a sunny location with good drainage if needed. Add organic matter to heavy clay soil to improve drainage and increase your growing success.

Why is my sedum laying down?

Causes. Floppiness is normal for tall sedum varieties that aren’t routinely pruned; the plant eventually becomes top heavy and collapses under the weight of the blooms. Lack of sunlight and too much fertility in the soil are also common causes of floppiness and caving in at the center of the plant.

How often should I water a sedum?

As a rule of thumb, water sedum whenever the top 2 inches of soil are dry. Aim for the base of each plant and thoroughly soak the soil.