Sedum 'Jose Aubergine' (Jose Aubergine Stonecrop) — succulent

Overview

Sedum 'Jose Aubergine' is a succulent in the genus Sedum, part of the Crassulaceae family. Sedum 'Jose Aubergine' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and neutral and alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock gardens, borders, containers and groundcover.

About

Sedum 'Jose Aubergine' (Jose Aubergine Stonecrop) is a succulent perennial cultivar within the Sedum genus, known for its adaptability and drought tolerance once established. This stonecrop thrives in well-drained, sandy or rocky soils with neutral to alkaline pH, and prefers full sun to partial shade, making it suitable for south or west-facing aspects. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is well suited to rock gardens, borders, containers, and as groundcover. Care involves avoiding overwatering, removing spent flower heads, and trimming back in early spring to maintain its shape.

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, rocky
Soil pH: neutral, alkaline
Soil moisture: dry to medium
Aspect: south, west
Exposure: exposed, sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Sedum 'Jose Aubergine' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: succulent, perennial
Suggested uses: rock gardens, borders, containers, groundcover

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Sedum 'Jose Aubergine'

Cultivation: Requires well-drained soil; avoid overwatering; tolerates drought once established.
Pruning: Remove spent flower heads and trim back in early spring to maintain shape.
Propagation: stem cuttings, division

Frequently asked questions

How do I grow Sedum 'Jose Aubergine'?

Requires well-drained soil; avoid overwatering; tolerates drought once established.

Where is the best place to plant Sedum 'Jose Aubergine'?

Sedum 'Jose Aubergine' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Sedum 'Jose Aubergine' need?

Sedum 'Jose Aubergine' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including well-drained, sandy and rocky. It prefers neutral and alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays dry to medium.

How do I prune Sedum 'Jose Aubergine'?

Remove spent flower heads and trim back in early spring to maintain shape.

Is Sedum 'Jose Aubergine' hardy in the UK?

Sedum 'Jose Aubergine' 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 'Jose Aubergine'?

Stem cuttings, division.

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