Sedum album · Crassulaceae

White Stonecrop

✅ Pet-friendlyPerennial, remaining green throughout the year.5 to 15 cm

LightFull sun

WaterLow, allow to dry between waterings

DifficultyEasy

ColdWithstands light frosts down to minus 5 degrees Celsius.

Full sunLow, allow to dry between wateringsEasyWithstands light frosts down to minus 5 degrees Celsius.

Description & origin

White Stonecrop is a hardy, low-maintenance succulent. It forms dense mats of small green rosettes that bloom with white flowers in summer. Ideal for rock gardens and green roofs.

Size

Stays low and compact, ideal for ground cover.

Foliage

Evergreen foliage that remains green year-round.

Flowering

Blooms in summer with small star-shaped white flowers.

Detailed care

Light

Prefers full sun for optimal growth.

Soil

Needs well-drained soil, ideally sandy or rocky.

Watering

Requires sparse watering, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings.

Temperature

Tolerates cold well but prefers temperatures above 5 degrees Celsius.

Fertilising

Lightly fertilize in spring with a cactus fertilizer.

Repotting

Transplant in spring if necessary, but generally not required.

Pruning

Remove spent flowers to encourage new blooms.

Propagation

Easily propagated by stem cuttings or division of clumps.

Common problems

Root rot

Occurs in poorly drained soils or with overwatering.

Mealybugs

Can infest the plant, especially in humid environments.

Slow growth

May be caused by lack of direct sunlight.

Uses & curiosities

In the garden

Ground cover
Rock gardens
Green roofs

Other uses

Used in green roofs for its resilience and low maintenance.

Did you know…

This plant is known for its ability to survive in extreme drought conditions. It is often used in green roofs due to its resilience.