About
A low-growing, mat-forming evergreen perennial succulent with clusters of jelly-bean like leaves which vary in colour from green, yellow, orange, brown and red depending on the season and fluctuations in temperature. Star-shaped white flowers appear in spring to summer. Equally works well as ground cover, in pots and containers or a rock garden.
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
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery, Cactus Succulent
HabitMatforming
FoliageEvergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesPatio and container plants, Rock garden
Native toUSA (Idaho, Montana)
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 stem cuttings in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free