Sedum

Sedum, part of the Crassulaceae family, is a diverse genus of flowering plants often referred to as stonecrops. Initially thought to include as many as 600 species, recent revisions have narrowed this estimate to 400–500 distinct species. See even more types of succulents at Xerophyte Garden.

Sedum sieboldii aka October Daphne

Sedum sieboldii sends out arching stems lined with round blue-green leaves edged in pink. October Daphne is cold hardy and finishes the season with clusters of rosy flowers.

Sedum rubrotinctum aka Pork and Beans

Sedum rubrotinctum carries glossy bean-shaped leaves that develop red tips in bright sun. Pork And Beans is a forgiving trailing succulent that propagates easily from dropped leaves.

Sedum reflexum aka Blue Spruce Stonecrop

Sedum reflexum resembles miniature blue spruce foliage with narrow blue-green leaves on creeping stems. Blue Spruce Stonecrop is cold hardy, fast spreading, and useful as a durable groundcover.

Sedum praealtum aka Shrubby Stonecrop

Sedum praealtum grows into a branching succulent shrub with fleshy spoon-shaped green leaves. Shrubby Stonecrop can reach several feet wide and responds well to pruning and stem propagation.

Sedum oaxacanum

Sedum oaxacanum spreads through low stems covered with small blue-green leaves. This lesser-known stonecrop forms a textured groundcover and performs best with strong light and sharp drainage.

Sedum dasyphyllum aka Corsican Stonecrop

Sedum dasyphyllum makes a miniature carpet of tiny blue-green leaves that may blush purple in sun or cold. Corsican Stonecrop is ideal for crevices, small pots, and rock gardens.

Sedum clavatum

Sedum clavatum creates compact powdery blue-green rosettes on short trailing stems. It stays small, offsets readily, and develops pinkish tones when exposed to bright light.

Sedum adolphii aka Golden Sedum

Sedum adolphii produces trailing stems of golden-green leaves that turn orange in strong sun. Golden Sedum grows quickly, roots easily, and works well as a colorful container spiller.