How Often to Water a Burro's Tail

Sedum morganianum · Difficulty: Easy

Succulent & Cactus 🐾 Non-toxic to cats & dogs

☀️ Summer / active growth Every 12-16 days

❄️ Winter / dormant Every 25-32 days

Care Snapshot

Light	Bright direct to bright indirect light
Soil	Sandy, fast-draining succulent mix
Humidity	Low humidity preferred
Temperature	15-27°C (60-80°F)
Pet Safety	🐾 Non-toxic to cats & dogs

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Translucent, mushy, easily-dropped beads along the trailing stems signal overwatering - this plant is notoriously rot-prone.

Shriveled, deflated-looking beads mean the plant has drawn down its water reserves and needs a drink.

The plump beads store water like tiny reservoirs, so this trailing succulent needs much less frequent watering than its lush look suggests.

Handle it as little as possible - the beads detach very easily at the slightest touch, which is normal but can quickly thin out a mature plant.

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