Overview
Sedum sexangulare is a matforming alpine rockery in the genus Sedum, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around Up to 10 cm tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Sedum sexangulare grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is drought resistant and low maintenance. Suggested uses include ground cover, rock gardens and green roofs. It is native to Belgium, Brussels-Capital Region, Flemish Region, Walloon Region, Flanders and Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.
About
Sedum sexangulare, also known as tasteless stonecrop, is a species of succulent perennial and evergreen plant of the genus Sedum. It is similar to Sedum acre, but has shorter and denser leaves. S. sexangulare is about 15 cm (5 in) tall and is native to Europe and Asia, where it grows in the wild and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant. It blooms in June and July with yellow, star-shaped flowers, which attract bees and other insects. It grows to around Up to 10 cm tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, carrying evergreen foliage. Grow it in full sun and most soil types. It tolerates alkaline and neutral soils, well-drained conditions and south-facing and west-facing aspects.
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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
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Sedum sexangulare size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery, Cactus Succulent
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- Up to 10 cm
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Ground cover, Rock gardens, Green roofs
- Native to
- Belgium, Brussels-Capital Region, Flemish Region, Walloon Region, Flanders, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Sedum sexangulare
- Propagation
- Stem cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails, Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Sedum sexangulare?
Sedum sexangulare prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Sedum sexangulare need?
Sedum sexangulare is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How big does Sedum sexangulare grow?
Sedum sexangulare reaches a height of Up to 10 cm and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Sedum sexangulare hardy in the UK?
Sedum sexangulare has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Sedum sexangulare?
Stem cuttings.
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
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