About

A compact, evergreen shrub from South Africa with narrow, dark green leaves and erect stems bearing small clusters of narrow, tubular, deep blue flowers. A striking and rarely cultivated subject for a sheltered, sunny, well-drained border in a mild 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

Plant details

Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.

Care notes

CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.