Overview
Sedum 'Matrona' is a perennial in the genus Sedum, part of the Crassulaceae family. Sedum 'Matrona' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained and sandy or gravelly soils and neutral and alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock gardens, borders, containers and ground cover.
About
A deciduous succulent perennial with upright stems, grey-green leaves with a purple tinge, and clusters of star-shaped pink flowers in late summer.
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 pH
- neutral, alkaline
- Soil moisture
- dry to medium
- Aspect
- south, west
- Exposure
- sheltered to exposed
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Sedum 'Matrona' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Suggested uses
- rock gardens, borders, containers, ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Sedum 'Matrona'
- Cultivation
- Easy to grow; prefers well-drained soil and sunny position; drought tolerant once established.
- Pruning
- Cut back old stems in early spring to encourage fresh growth.
- Propagation
- stem cuttings, division
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Sedum 'Matrona'?
Easy to grow; prefers well-drained soil and sunny position; drought tolerant once established.
Where is the best place to plant Sedum 'Matrona'?
Sedum 'Matrona' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered to exposed positions.
What soil does Sedum 'Matrona' need?
Sedum 'Matrona' grows best in well-drained and sandy or gravelly soil. It prefers neutral and alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays dry to medium.
How do I prune Sedum 'Matrona'?
Cut back old stems in early spring to encourage fresh growth.
Is Sedum 'Matrona' hardy in the UK?
Sedum 'Matrona' 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 'Matrona'?
Stem cuttings, division.
More in the Sedum genus
- Sedum 'Autumn Joy'Autumn Joy Stonecrop
- Sedum ' Aquarel'Stonecrop
- Sedum alboroseumStonecrop
- Sedum alboroseum 'Variegatum'Stonecrop
- Sedum maximumStonecrop
- Sedum maximum atropurpureum of gardensStonecrop
- Sedum maximum haematodesStonecrop