Green Wall Plant feature: Sedum 'Dasyphyllum Major'

Sedum 'Dasyphyllum Major'

The creeping selections of Stonecrop are excellent groundcover plants, particularly for hot, dry sites. This species forms a low carpet of tiny round powdery blue-grey leaves, remaining evergreen in mild regions. Clusters of white star flowers appear in early summer.

A fast grower, this is best kept away from slower alpine plants. Takes on a mauve cast during cool weather. Mow or clip back in spring if desired. Has potential as a lawn substitute and for use on green roofs and green walls, as well as in rock walls, rock gardens and containers. May well prove to be hardy in Zone 4 or colder.


Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Soil Type
Normal
Sandy
Clay

Soil pH
Neutral
Alkaline
Acid

Soil Moisture
Average
Dry

Care Level
Easy

Flower Color
White

Blooming Time
Early Summer

Foliage Color
Blue
Grey Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Alpine & Rock
Attracts Butterflies
Containers
Deer Resistant
Drought Tolerant
Edging
Rabbit Resistant
Evergreen
Ground Cover

Flower Head Size
Very Small

Height
5-10 cm
2-4 inches

Spread
20-30 cm
8-12 inches

Foot Traffic
Light

Growth Rate
Medium