Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Low-growing
Growth Habit
Clumping
Bloom Season
Summer
Flavour Profile
Not edible
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Flower seeds
Plant Type
Ornamental
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
N/A
Plant Height
10–15 cm
Light Requirement
Full sun
Water Needs
Low to moderate
Hardiness Zones
Zones 3–8
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
15–20 cm
Planting Depth
Surface sowing
Growing Conditions
Well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sedum kamtschaticum a succulent or a typical perennial?
Is Sedum kamtschaticum a succulent or a typical perennial?
It's a hardy succulent groundcover, storing water in its fleshy leaves, distinct from non-succulent perennial groundcovers.
How much does this sedum spread once established?
How much does this sedum spread once established?
It forms a low, spreading mat, gradually filling in bare soil or gaps between rocks over a couple of growing seasons.
Does this sedum's foliage change color through the seasons?
Does this sedum's foliage change color through the seasons?
Yes, its green leaves often take on reddish or bronze tones in cooler fall weather, adding seasonal interest.
Is this sedum a good fit for rock gardens or pots?
Is this sedum a good fit for rock gardens or pots?
Its low, spreading, drought-tolerant habit makes it well suited to rock gardens, troughs, and shallow containers.
Do pollinators visit sedum's yellow flowers?
Do pollinators visit sedum's yellow flowers?
Yes, its starry yellow blooms attract bees and butterflies, especially during peak summer flowering.
How drought-tolerant is this sedum once established?
How drought-tolerant is this sedum once established?
Very tolerant — its succulent leaves store moisture, letting it handle dry spells better than most perennial groundcovers.