Overview
Sedum subtile is a matforming, trailing alpine rockery in the genus Sedum, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Sedum subtile grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include coastal, patio and container plants, rock garden, wildlife gardens and low maintenance.
About
Sedum subtile is a matforming, trailing cultivar of the Sedum genus, which includes annuals and perennials with fleshy stems and leaves. This evergreen plant thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered sites with well-drained soil of various types and pH levels. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and is suitable for coastal areas, rock gardens, patios, containers, and wildlife gardens. Sedum subtile is best planted after the last frost in fertile soil and can be propagated by softwood cuttings. It offers seasonal interest in both spring and winter.
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, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Sedum subtile size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery, Cactus Succulent
- Habit
- Matforming, Trailing
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Wildlife gardens, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Sedum subtile
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Sedum subtile?
Sedum subtile prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Sedum subtile need?
Sedum subtile is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Sedum subtile hardy in the UK?
Sedum subtile has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Sedum subtile?
Softwood cuttings.
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More in the Sedum genus
- Sedum 'Autumn Joy'Autumn Joy Stonecrop
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- Sedum aizoon 'Aurantiacum'Stonecrop
- Sedum roseaRoseroot
- Sedum spectabileShowy stonecrop, Iceplant, Butterfly stonecrop
- Sedum spectabile 'Brilliant', or 'Atropurpureum'Showy Stonecrop
- Sedum spectabile 'Meteor'Stonecrop
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