Overview
Sedum spectabile 'Brilliant' is a matforming succulent in the genus Hylotelephium, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.4 m tall. Sedum spectabile 'Brilliant' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include gravel garden, rock garden and patio and container plants. It is native to China and Korea.
About
Hylotelephium spectabile is a species of flowering plant in the stonecrop family Crassulaceae, native to China and Korea. Its common names include showy stonecrop, iceplant, and butterfly stonecrop.
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About the genus
Hylotelephium is a genus of flowering plants in the stonecrop family Crassulaceae. It includes about 33 species distributed in Asia, Europe, and North America.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hylotelephium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Sedum spectabile 'Brilliant' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Succulent
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 0.4 m
- Suggested uses
- Gravel garden, Rock garden, Patio and container plants
- Native to
- China, Korea
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Sedum spectabile 'Brilliant'
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails, Vine weevil grubs, Scale insects, Mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Fungal and bacterial crown and root rots
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Sedum spectabile 'Brilliant'?
Sedum spectabile 'Brilliant' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Sedum spectabile 'Brilliant' need?
Sedum spectabile 'Brilliant' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.
How big does Sedum spectabile 'Brilliant' grow?
Sedum spectabile 'Brilliant' reaches a height of 0.4 m.
Is Sedum spectabile 'Brilliant' hardy in the UK?
Sedum spectabile 'Brilliant' 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 spectabile 'Brilliant'?
Softwood cuttings.
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