Donkey's Tail (Sedum burrito) Needs More Sun for Compact Growth

Why Your Sedum burrito Is Leggy and Sparse

The "tight whorls of leaves" require intense direct sun. In a Chicago apartment, it's likely not getting enough.

Fixes

1. Place in unobstructed south window (no tint, no curtains) for all-day sun.
2. Use sandy cactus soil and cactus fertilizer.
3. When stems reach 8", cut back 4" and replant cuttings beside mother plant to thicken.
4. Fallen leaves can also root—lay on soil.

More sun = shorter internodes = beautiful compact whorls.