About

This dense, mat-forming evergreen with small, succulent, cylindrical, mid-green leaves developing bronze shades in autumn and winter. Short, fine, upright stems carry clusters of white, star-shaped flowers in late spring and early summer. Handles foot traffic well and an ideal addition for green roofs or living walls. Drought and heat tolerant.

About the genus

Sedum may be annuals or herbaceous or evergreen perennials with succulent stems and leaves and clusters of small, star-shaped flowers in summer or autumn

Plant details

HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Suggested usesBedding displays, containers, gap filling.

Care notes

CultivationGrow in moderately fertile, well-drained, alkaline to neutral soil in full sun. See hardy cacti and succulent cultivation for further advice
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by division in spring or by offsets
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free