Sedum lydium
least stonecrop
Flower Color
Description
A mat-forming evergreen perennial to 5cm tall, with tight rosettes of fleshy, cylindrical leaves; the foliage becomes red-flushed as temperatures drop in autumn. Starry, white flowers are held in clusters on short stems in summer
Mature Height
10m
Mature Spread
0.1m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Ground Cover
Growth Speed
Very Fast · 6.7 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkLoamSand
Soil pH
AlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H6
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 5-8
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Drought resistantCity and courtyard gardensMediterranean climate plantsPatio and container plantsRock gardenWildlife gardensLow MaintenanceConservatory and greenhouseGarden edgingGround cover