Stonecrop

The Gardening Year

Watch out for

Slugs and snails: Use physical barriers like copper tape or apply iron phosphate pellets around the base.

Vine weevil larvae: Apply nematodes to moist soil in late summer or use systemic insecticides preventatively.

Root rot: Ensure excellent drainage with gritty compost and avoid overwatering during winter.

Powdery mildew: Improve air circulation and spray with a sulphur-based fungicide if severe.