Jenny’s Stonecrop (Sedum rupestre)

Jenny’s Stonecrop

(Sedum rupestre)

Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz

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Estimated Native Range

Summary

Sedum rupestre, commonly known as Jenny’s Stonecrop, is an evergreen perennial succulent native to rocky, well-drained sites in Western Europe, often found in mountainous areas and on stony ground. It typically grows to a height of 0.3-0.5 feet and can spread 1-2 feet wide. The plant forms mats of small, needle-like leaves that are often bright green or bluish-green. Clusters of star-shaped, yellow flowers appear in summer, adding a splash of color to rock gardens and borders. The flowers are modest but can be quite showy when the plant is grown in mass.

Jenny’s Stonecrop is valued for its drought tolerance and ease of maintenance, making it a popular choice for rock gardens, green roofs, and as ground cover in sunny, dry areas. It is also used in alpine and succulent gardens. This sedum prefers full sun but can tolerate part shade, and it thrives in well-drained soils. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal watering once established. While generally pest-free, it can suffer from root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

Plant Type: Succulents
Height: 0.3-0.5 feet
Width: 1-1 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
Flower Color: Yellow
Flowering Season: Summer
Leaf Retention: Evergreen

Growth Requirements

Sun: Full Sun
Water: Very Low, Low
Drainage: Fast, Medium

Common Uses

Bank Stabilization, Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Erosion Control, Fire Resistant, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Rabbit Resistant, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers, Street Planting

Natural Habitat

Rocky, well-drained sites, often in mountainous areas

Other Names

Common Names:

Scientific Names: Sedum rupestre , Sedum reflexum , Petrosedum rupestre subsp. rupestre , Sedum rupestre subsp. rupestre , Sedum rupestre subsp. reflexum , Petrosedum reflexum , Sedum albescens , Sedum reflexum subsp. reflexum , Sedum reflexum var. glaucum , Sedum rupestre subsp. albescens

GBIF Accepted Name: Petrosedum rupestre subsp. rupestre