Stonecrop Growing Guide

Hylotelephium spectabile (formerly Sedum spectabile)

Crop Rotation Group

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Soil

Fertile, well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.

Position

Full sun.

Frost tolerant

Yes, stonecrop is cold hardy once established, with the hardiest cultivars tolerating temperatures down to -35°C (-30°F).

Feeding

In early spring as new growth emerges, feed plants with a balanced organic fertiliser.

Spacing

Single Plants: 20cm (7") each way (minimum)
Rows: 20cm (7") with 20cm (7") row gap (minimum)

Sow and Plant

Plant dormant roots or container-grown plants in spring. Stonecrop roots very quickly and should show new growth within two weeks. Stems that break off during transplanting can be rooted in small containers of potting soil. Stonecrop is easily propagated by rooting stem cuttings taken from spring to early summer.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.

Notes

Stonecrop is a stalwart perennial that produces rosy flower umbels in summer that ripen to reddish brown in the autumn. Use stonecrop as a feature plant in perennial beds, where it will attract bees and other pollinators with their nectar-rich flowers. In spring, prune back the previous year’s stems to make room for vigorous new growth.

Harvesting

Gather stems of stonecrop for use in cut arrangements as you need them. Leave remaining flowers on the plants through winter.

Planting and Harvesting Calendar

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Pests which Affect Stonecrop

Aphids (General)

Slug

Snail