Broadleaf Stonecrop
Sedum spathulifolium
Crassulaceae
Small blue-green, succulent, spatulate leaves form small rosettes at the ends of short stems, forming a mat or clump. Reddish stems with branched cymes produce small sprays of yellow flowers.
Plant Type: perennial
Plant Form or Habit: cushion mound or small clump
Plant Use: In the front of beds and borders, in rock gardens.
- Propagation:
- seed
division stem cuttings
Light Requirement: full sun
full sun/part shade
- Flower Color:
- yellow
- Bloom Period:
- late spring
early summer
Height: Minimum: 4 inches Maximum: 6 inches
Width: Minimum: 12 inches Maximum: 24 inches
Foliage Texture: medium
USDA Hardiness Zone: 5
Water Requirements: average
Additional Comments: Avoid overly moist or alkaline conditions. Does best in coarse, sandy soil. Will tolerate some shade.
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