Overview
Sedum 'Bertram Anderson' is a matforming perennial succulent in the genus Sedum, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Sedum 'Bertram Anderson' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained and sandy or gravelly soil soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock gardens, ground cover, borders and containers.
About
Sedum 'Bertram Anderson' (Bertram Anderson Stonecrop) is a perennial succulent cultivar within the Sedum genus, known for its drought tolerance and ease of cultivation. Like other stonecrops, it thrives in well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil and can be grown in full sun or partial shade, making it suitable for exposed or sheltered locations. This hardy plant (H5) is ideal for use in rock gardens, ground cover, borders, and containers. To maintain its shape, spent flower heads should be removed and the plant trimmed back after flowering.
About the genus
Sedum is a large genus of flowering plants in the family Crassulaceae, members of which are commonly known as stonecrops. The genus has been described as containing up to 600 species, subsequently reduced to 400–500. They are leaf succulents found primarily in the Northern Hemisphere, but extending into the southern hemisphere in Africa and South America.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Sedum
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- dry to medium
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- exposed, sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Sedum 'Bertram Anderson' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial succulent
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- rock gardens, ground cover, borders, containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Sedum 'Bertram Anderson'
- Cultivation
- Easy to grow; avoid overwatering; prefers well-drained soil; drought tolerant.
- Pruning
- Remove spent flower heads and trim back after flowering to maintain shape.
- Propagation
- Stem cuttings, division
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails, Vine weevil grubs, Scale insects, Mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Fungal and bacterial crown and root rots
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Sedum 'Bertram Anderson'?
Easy to grow; avoid overwatering; prefers well-drained soil; drought tolerant.
Where is the best place to plant Sedum 'Bertram Anderson'?
Sedum 'Bertram Anderson' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Sedum 'Bertram Anderson' need?
Sedum 'Bertram Anderson' grows best in well-drained and sandy or gravelly soil soil. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays dry to medium.
How do I prune Sedum 'Bertram Anderson'?
Remove spent flower heads and trim back after flowering to maintain shape.
Is Sedum 'Bertram Anderson' hardy in the UK?
Sedum 'Bertram Anderson' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Sedum 'Bertram Anderson'?
Stem cuttings, division.
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