Rocky Stonecrop (Sedum rupestre): Vigorous Mat-Former with Yellow Stars

Sedum rupestre: Vigorous Evergreen Groundcover with Yellow Star Flowers

Sedum rupestre (syn. S. reflexum) is a vigorous, mat-forming evergreen species with small gray-green leaves and terminal clusters of vibrant yellow star-shaped flowers in summer. Drooping buds face upward when open. Grows 4 inches tall and 2 feet across. Excellent groundcover spilling over walls.

Spreading Groundcover

• Gray-green evergreen foliage
• Vibrant yellow star flowers in summer
• Vigorous mat-forming habit
• 4 in. tall, 2 ft. spread
• Full sun, well-drained gravelly soil
• Frost tolerant

Growing Requirements

• Light: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Well-drained, gravelly
• 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:	1–3 ft.
Bloom Time:	Summer
Flower Color:	Yellow
Foliage:	Gray-green, evergreen
Tolerance:	Frost tolerant
Uses:	Groundcover, walls, containers, naturalizing, cottage/rock gardens