Sedum ochroleucum

Synonyms

Sedum anopetalum

Cactus Succulent Alpine Rockery

A low-growing succulent perennial, with a compact, creeping habit and ascending stems bearing narrow, pointed, fleshy grey- to blue-green leaves sometimes flushed with red. Upright stems are topped with tight clusters of cream-coloured flowers in early summer

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Chalk, Loam, Sand

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

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

Growing Conditions

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

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H6
Drought Resistance
Yes

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Crassulaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Spreading branched, Trailing
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

How to Grow

Cultivation

Thrives in loose, gritty, well-drained soil in full sun or light shade. See hardy cacti and succulent cultivation for further advice

Propagation

Propagate by softwood stem tip cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Patio and container plants
  • Rock garden
  • Low Maintenance
  • Banks and slopes
  • Ground cover

Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to vine weevil larvae

Diseases

May be susceptible to fungal and bacterial crown and root rots, especially in damp conditions and poor drainage