Sedum erythrostictum
Garden Stonecrop
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Garden Stonecrop (Sedum erythrostictum) - Description
Sedum erythrostictum, commonly known as Garden Stonecrop, is a herbaceousperennial plant in the genus Sedum, belonging to the Crassulaceae family.
Garden Stonecrop (Sedum erythrostictum) - Blooming
Tiny, star-shaped, five petaled flowers in dense, showy clusters from half an inch to 8 inches across.
Garden Stonecrop (Sedum erythrostictum) - Growth
Tough annuals, biennials, perennials, subshrubs, and shrubs with fleshy leaves. Perennials range from 1 inch tall mat-forming to 2 foot tall mounding habits.
Garden Stonecrop (Sedum erythrostictum) - Planting
Sow seeds in autumn but provide protection from the cold during the first winter. Planting indoors with sufficient light can provide that protection. If the species of Sedum is known to be less hardy, sow the seeds in spring.
Garden Stonecrop (Sedum erythrostictum) - Pest
Prone to scale, mealybugs, slugs snails.
Garden Stonecrop (Sedum erythrostictum) - Interesting facts
Stonecrops are ideal for green rooftops. In areas where green rooftops are prevalent, Stonecrops are beginning to replace grasses as the primary source of plant material. Additionally, these plants are known for their succulent leaves, which are primarily used for water storage. The succulent leaves provide better fire hazard protection because a Stonecrop covered rooftop has such a high concentration of water compared to grass covered roofs.
Garden Stonecrop (Sedum erythrostictum) - Soil and irrigation
Does best with well-drained, average to rich soil. Will also grow in poor, dry soil.
