Sedum album
white stonecrop
A mat-forming, succulent, evergreen perennial to 10cm tall, with fleshy, cylindrical leaves; in autumn the foliage takes on a red flush. In summer it produces clusters of starry white flowers on branched stems above the foliage
Synonyms
Sedum athoumSedum serpentini
Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cmTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | White | Green | ||
Autumn | Green Red | |||
Winter | Green Red |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Crassulaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- Genus
Sedum may be annuals or herbaceous or evergreen perennials with succulent stems and leaves and clusters of small, star-shaped flowers in summer or autumn
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Europe to Medit., Iran
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in a sheltered position in moderately fertile, well-drained, alkaline to neutral soil in full sun. See hardy cacti and succulent cultivation for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by softwood cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Low Maintenance
Pruning
Trim back after flowering to maintain shape
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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