Sedum spathulifolium - Spatula Stonecrop

🌿 Characteristics

Type: Hardy perennial succulent
Common name: Stonecrop
Scientific name: Sedum spathulifolium
Foliage color: Fleshy gray-blue to pale green leaves, tinged with red in full sun
Flower color: Bright pink
Mature height: 10 to 15 cm (4 to 6 in)
Mature width: 20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in)
Habit: Creeping, forming dense, very ornamental mats
Flowering period: June to July
Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Watering needs: Very low
Soil type: Well-drained, light, poor
Hardiness zone: Zone 3 to 10
Drought tolerance: Excellent
Nectar-producing plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes
Toxicity for animals: Non-toxic

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✂️ Care

Extremely easy to care for and perfect for beginner gardeners. Water very little, only in case of prolonged drought. Prefers well-drained soil to avoid root rot. No pruning necessary. Ideal for rockeries, dry stone walls, green roofs, and shallow containers.