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Sedum stefco

Also Known As

  • Stonecrop

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

  • H: 1"-3"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Sedum stefco plant details

Sedum stefco is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green and red foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum stefco

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 1 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, rock garden, roof garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum stefco

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bluish-green succulent leaves on deep red stems, Turns red in hot weather, with white flowers in late summer. Low and flat, the tiny foliage turns red in winter. This stonecrop is a popular choice for rock gardens, containers and green roof mixes as it blends well with other low growing succulents, is drought tolerant and fills in quickly. With its tiny stature and very tiny leaves, Stefco is one of Sky’s favorite sedums for the smallest mini scenes. She also likes it as a Bonsai companion for sunny locations. Easy care, grows in many climates, and deer and rabbit resistant.

Gardening facts about Sedum stefco plant

How to Grow Sedum stefco

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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aka Sedum arborescens

Plant Type

Shrub, Cactus / Succulent

Zones

8b-10b

Size

Height: 3'-5'

Width: 2'-5'

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in winter
  • dry when dormant
Photo of Sedum oxypetalum flower by Frank Vincentz
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Scientific Name: Hylotelephium sieboldii

aka Sedum sieboldii 'October Daphne', October Daphne Stonecrop

Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 6"-12"

Width: 6"-12"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry when dormant
Photo of Sedum sieboldii foliage by Père Igor
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aka Sedum album 'Athoum', Athoum Sedum, Athoum White Stonecrop, White Stonecrop

Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover

Zones

5a-10b

Size

Height: 2"-4"

Width: 12"-24"

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Sedum album foliage by Native Sons
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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 6"-10"

Width: 15"-18"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Sedum confusum by Patricia Cunningham
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aka False Hens and Chicks, Stone Treecrop

Plant Type

Shrub, Cactus / Succulent

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 3'-4'

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
Photo of Sedum dendroideum flower by Far Out Flora
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