Tricolor Stonecrop (Sedum spurium 'Tricolor'): Variegated Groundcover Gem

Overview

Tricolor Stonecrop (Sedum spurium 'Tricolor') is a low, mat-forming sedum with stunning variegated foliage: green centers, creamy-white edges, and pink blushes in cool weather or full sun. In early summer, clusters of bright pink star flowers rise above the carpet. It spreads gently to form a dense, weed-suppressing mat 3–6 inches tall. Perfect for rock gardens, borders, containers, and green roofs. The foliage provides year-round interest, especially in winter when pink tones deepen. Deer and rabbit resistant.

Key Features

• Foliage: Small, rounded leaves; green with white margins, pink highlights.
• Flowers: Pink star clusters in June–July.
• Habit: Creeping mat, 3–6 in high, 12–18 in wide.
• Seasonal Color: Pink intensifies in fall/winter sun.

Care Guidelines

Light

Full sun to part shade. Best variegation and pink color in sun.

Water

Low. Drought-tolerant once established.

Soil

Average, well-drained. Tolerates poor soil.

Maintenance

Trim after flowering. Divide in spring or fall.

Taxonomy

Family:	Crassulaceae
Genus:	Sedum (SEE-dum)
Species:	spurium (SPUR-ee-um)
Cultivar:	Tricolor