Sedum cauticola: Japanese Stonecrop with Blue-Green Foliage & Pink Stems

Sedum cauticola: Compact Japanese Stonecrop for Rock Gardens

Sedum cauticola is a perfect rock garden species from Japan, forming a compact mound with blue-green foliage and pink stems. Bears purplish-red flowers in fall. Grows to about 3 inches tall and 1 foot wide. Fairly adaptable, prefers neutral to slightly alkaline soil.

Rock Garden Gem

• Blue-green foliage with pink stems
• Purplish-red fall flowers
• Compact: 3 in. tall, 1 ft. wide
• Full sun, well-drained neutral/alkaline soil
• Attracts butterflies

Growing Requirements

• Light: Full sun only
• Soil: Moderately fertile, well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline
• Water: Dry to medium
• Maintenance: Low

Propagation

Stem cuttings or root leaves in early summer; seed in fall; divide in spring.

Potential Problems

Mealybugs, scale, slugs, snails.

Quick Reference

Height:	Under 6 in.
Spread:	6–12 in.
Bloom Time:	Fall
Flower Colors:	Purple, red
Foliage:	Blue-green with pink stems
Uses:	Rock gardens, containers, groundcover, cottage gardens