Russian Stonecrop (sedum kamtschaticum)
The creeping selections of Stonecrop are excellent groundcover plants, particularly for hot, dry sites with poor soil. This species forms a low carpet of small, scalloped green leaves, spreading to form a thick patch. Clusters of bright yellow star flowers appear in summer. A fast grower, this is best kept away from slower alpine plants that it might smother. Good choice for tubs and mixed containers. Easy to propagate; simply break pieces off in early summer and stick them in the ground. Deciduous; trim stems and dead flower heads back in early spring. Shade tolerant.
USDA Zones: 2-9
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  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil TypeÂ
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pHÂ
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil MoistureÂ
  Average or
  Moist
Care LevelÂ
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
  Yellow
Blooming TimeÂ
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
Foliage ColorÂ
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & CharacteristicsÂ
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Ground Cover
Flower Head SizeÂ
  Small
HeightÂ
  10-15 cm
  4-6 inches
SpreadÂ
  30-60 cm
  12-23 inches
Foot TrafficÂ
  Light
Growth RateÂ
  Medium
