Sedum brevifolium

RHS Plant Profile
short-leaved stonecrop
short-leaved stonecrop RHS / Joanna Kossak
Alpine Rockery

A semi-evergreen, slowly-spreading, mat-forming succulent to 10cm high. The small, ovoid pale green leaves to 2mm long held on short wiry stems are often tinged with red and may be covered with a white bloom. Small, white flowers are borne in summer

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Loam, Sand

Max Height

Up to 10 cm

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
Up to 10 cm

Growing Conditions

Loam Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H7
Drought Resistance
Yes

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Crassulaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Semi 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, N. Africa

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 division in spring or by softwood cuttings in early summer

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Gravel garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Rock garden
  • Low Maintenance

Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and snails

Diseases

May be susceptible to root rot