Sedum 'Vera Jameson' (Vera Jameson Stonecrop) — Matforming, Spreading branched

Overview

Sedum 'Vera Jameson' is a matforming, spreading branched succulent in the genus Sedum, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Sedum 'Vera Jameson' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and neutral and alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock gardens, borders, groundcover and container planting.

About

Sedum 'Vera Jameson' (Vera Jameson Stonecrop) is a succulent groundcover cultivar within the Sedum genus, a large group of flowering plants in the Crassulaceae family commonly known as stonecrops. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring well-drained, sandy or rocky soils with neutral to alkaline pH. It is hardy in the UK (H5) and is suitable for exposed or sheltered positions. Easy to grow and drought tolerant once established, it is ideal for rock gardens, borders, groundcover, and container planting. Pruning after flowering helps maintain its shape and encourages new growth.

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, partial shade
Soil type: well-drained, sandy, rocky
Soil pH: neutral, alkaline
Soil moisture: dry to medium
Aspect: south, west
Exposure: exposed, sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Sedum 'Vera Jameson' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: succulent, groundcover
Habit: Matforming, Spreading branched
Foliage: Evergreen
Suggested uses: rock gardens, borders, groundcover, container planting

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Sedum 'Vera Jameson'

Cultivation: Easy to grow; avoid waterlogged soil; drought tolerant once established.
Pruning: Trim back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
Propagation: stem cuttings, division
Pest resistance: Slugs, Snails, Vine weevil grubs, Scale insects, Mealybugs
Disease resistance: Fungal and bacterial crown and root rots

Frequently asked questions

How do I grow Sedum 'Vera Jameson'?

Easy to grow; avoid waterlogged soil; drought tolerant once established.

Where is the best place to plant Sedum 'Vera Jameson'?

Sedum 'Vera Jameson' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Sedum 'Vera Jameson' need?

Sedum 'Vera Jameson' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including well-drained, sandy and rocky. It prefers neutral and alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays dry to medium.

How do I prune Sedum 'Vera Jameson'?

Trim back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.

Is Sedum 'Vera Jameson' hardy in the UK?

Sedum 'Vera Jameson' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Sedum 'Vera Jameson'?

Stem cuttings, division.

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