About
A deciduous tree to about 15m tall from the western USA with broadly ovate, coarsely serrate, grey-green leaves that are white-woolly beneath and small, white flowers in elongated catkins in spring. A handsome and unusual western alder for a moist, sheltered, streamside or woodland garden in cool climates.
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, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeCactus Succulent, Alpine Rockery
HabitSpreading branched, Trailing
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesPatio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
CultivationThrives in loose, gritty, well-drained soil in full sun or light shade. See hardy cacti and succulent cultivation for further advice
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by softwood stem tip cuttings
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to vine weevil larvae
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to fungal and bacterial crown and root rots, especially in damp conditions and poor drainage