Quick Facts
LightFull sun to partial shade
WaterTypical succulent needs
Maximum Height6 inches / 15 cm
Maximum Width8 inches / 20 cm
HardinessUSDA Zone 10a
Minimum Temperature30°F / -1.1°C
PropagationLeaves, cuttings and seeds
ToxicityGenerally non-toxic
DormancySummer dormant
Flower ColorWhite
Identification
RosettesRounded blue-green leaves form compact rosettes.
Stress ColorLeaf tips can turn light pink in strong light.
GrowthStems spread and trail across soil or container edges.
FlowersSmall white flowers appear during summer.
How to Grow Sedum clavatum
Light
Provide at least six hours of sunlight for strong color.
Water
Use the soak and dry method.
Soil
Plant in a gritty well-draining medium.
Temperature
Protect from temperatures below 30°F (-1.1°C).
Growing Season
Feed lightly in spring and fall, not during summer dormancy.
Indoor Growing
Outdoor light usually produces better shape and color.
Propagation
Leaves and Cuttings
- Remove a healthy leaf or stem.
- Let the cut surface callous.
- Place in well-draining soil.
Seeds
- Sow in fall in a loose succulent medium.
- Start indoors under a grow light in cooler climates.
Scientific Classification
| Kingdom | Plantae |
|---|---|
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Sedum |
| Species | Sedum clavatum |
Note: Reduce watering and avoid fertilizing during summer dormancy.
