Burro's Tail Color and Care: Sunburn and Watering Fixes

Species Confirmation

Burro's Tail (Sedum morganianum) = light green/gray, bean-shaped leaves. String of Beads (Senecio rowleyanus) = green, round pea-shaped leaves. Your color is NORMAL for Sedum.

Sunburn Damage

Moving outdoors into direct sun caused dry, brittle tips. Outdoor sun = 1000x indoor intensity. Move to indoor sunny window OR outdoor shade only.

Watering: Never by Calendar

• Water when soil dry to finger/probe depth
• Indoors: 1-2 weeks typical
• Summer heat = faster drying
• Small pot essential = fast drainage
• Never repot

Pruning for Fullness

• Cut long bare stems to few inches from pot
• New growth emerges below cuts
• Dead stems (brittle, leafless) = remove entirely
• Prevents stringy appearance

Follow-Up: Summer Frequency

Water when soil deeply dry. Increased light/heat = faster drying. Probe with pencil if surface hardened. Calendar watering kills succulents.