About
Sedum spathulifolium 'Carneum' is a vigorous, low-growing, evergreen succulent with rosettes of powdery, blue-green foliage that develop vivid, purple-red tints from midsummer to autumn. Clusters of golden-yellow flowers appear in spring to summer. An ideal variety for pots, containers or rock gardens, needing room to spread.
About the genus
Sedum, the stonecrops, are annuals, herbaceous or evergreen perennials with succulent stems and leaves and clusters of small, star-shaped flowers in summer or autumn. Excellent plants for a sunny, well-drained rock garden, border or container.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery, Cactus Succulent
HabitMatforming
FoliageEvergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moderately fertile, well-drained, alkaline to neutral soil in full sun. See hardy cacti and succulent cultivation for further advice
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by stem cuttings in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free