Sedum 'Thunderhead' - Stonecrop
🌿 Characteristics
Type: Hardy perennial succulent plant
Common name: Stonecrop
Scientific name: Sedum 'Thunderhead'
Foliage color: Fleshy gray-blue to dark purple leaves, turning blackish-purple in winter or under strong sun exposure
Flower color: Pale pink to creamy white
Mature height: 20 to 25 cm (8 to 10 inches)
Mature width: 30 to 40 cm (12 to 16 inches)
Habit: Spreading and compact, forming a dense and very ornamental cushion
Flowering period: August to October
Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Watering needs: Very low
Soil type: Well-drained, light, poor
Hardiness zone: Zone 3 to 9
Drought tolerance: Excellent
Nectar-rich plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes
Toxicity to animals: Non-toxic
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✂️ Care
Extremely easy to care for plant, ideal for beginner gardeners. Water very sparingly, only during prolonged dry spells. Prefers well-drained soil to prevent root rot. No pruning necessary. Perfect for rock gardens, low walls, green roofs, succulent gardens, and shallow containers.

