About
A clump-forming, semi-evergreen, low-growing alpine succulent, similar to sedum, with rosettes of grey-green foliage which catch and hold droplets of water, making it look very pretty. Very small white to pale pink flowers appear in the summer. Good for edging or groundcover in hot, dry areas of the garden or an alpine trough or rock garden. May be evergreen in mild climates.
About the genus
A genus of flowering perennials, mainly propagated as ground cover with tall, fleshy stems and yellow-green flowers, sometimes tinged with red
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery, Cactus Succulent
HabitClump forming
FoliageSemi evergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Native toAfghanistan to Pakistan
Care notes
CultivationGrow in well-drained sandy to loamy soil in a sunny and dry area of the garden. See hardy cact and succulent cultivation for further advice
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by stem cuttings; these root very easily
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free