Sedum rubrotinctum ‘Aurora’ (Pink Jelly Beans)

Sedum rubrotinctum ‘Aurora’, commonly known as Pink Jelly Beans, is a colorful succulent with plump, bean-shaped leaves that gets shades of green, cream, pink, and red. It's native to Mexico and it forms clusters that spread and trail over the edges of containers. In bright sunlight and cooler temperatures its colors become even more bright and vibrant.

What Makes It Special?

It is loved for its fun look and changing colors. Its leaves look like jelly beans and when it gets plenty of sunshine, the leaves get these pink and red hues that make it a standout in any succulent collection.

Key Facts

Scientific Name: Sedum rubrotinctum ‘Aurora’

Common Name: Pink Jelly Beans

Family: Crassulaceae

Native Range: Cultivar of a species native to Mexico.

Growth Form: Low-growing succulent that forms clusters with trailing stems.

Common Use: Containers, hanging baskets, rock gardens, fairy gardens, succulent arrangements, and ground cover in frost-free climates.

How to Care for It

Light

It thrives in bright light to full sun. Six or more hours of sunlight a day helps bring out the pink and red colors while helping it stay compact.

Water

Water deep then let the soil dry completely before watering again. Rather than watering on a schedule, look for slightly wrinkled or softer leaves as a sign it’s ready for another deep soak.

Soil

Use a fast-draining succulent mix that helps give air around the roots.

If you grow indoors or tend to overwater adding extra pumice or perlite to your soil helps keep the roots healthy and helps water drain more quickly.

At our nursery, we intentionally use a mix that retains a bit more moisture because our plants grow outdoors in warm Southern California conditions and are watered only every couple of weeks. If you’re watering more often, you’ll want a much faster-draining mix. The goal isn’t watering less or more, it’s making sure the roots don’t stay wet for too long.

Temperature

Thrives between 65°F and 85°F (18°C to 29°C). Protect from frost and prolonged freezing temperatures.

Fertilizer

Feed once or twice during spring and summer with a diluted succulent fertilizer. Avoid fertilizing during the winter when growth slows.

Blooming

Mature plants produce small, star-shaped yellow flowers in spring. 

Pet Safety

May cause mild to moderate symptoms if ingested, such as vomiting or stomach upset. We recommend keeping out of reach of pets.

Humidity

It prefers low humidity and good airflow. It grows best when the soil dries completely between waterings.

Propagation

One of the easiest succulents to propagate! Healthy leaves and stem cuttings root easily. Let cuttings callous for a few days before placing them on dry succulent soil.

Troubleshooting

Leaves falling off easily?
They naturally drops leaves when bumped but sudden leaf drop can also happen from overwatering, transplant stress, or changes in its growing conditions.

Leaves becoming soft or translucent?
This is usually a sign the roots are staying wet too long. Let the soil dry completely between waterings and add more pumice or perlite if needed.

Wrinkled leaves?
Wrinkled leaves are usually a sign the plant is thirsty. Give it a deep soak and let water drain from the drainage holes.

Long, stretched stems?
This is called etiolation and happens when it isn’t receiving enough light. Move it to a brighter location gradually.

Colors fading?
If the leaves become mostly green or cream it likely needs more sunlight. Gradually increase light to bring back its beautiful pink tones.

Thanks for Growing with Succly

Snap a pic, tag @Succly, and show us where your Pink Jelly Beans live. Bonus points if they’re in bloom! 🌼

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