Creeping Stonecrop (Sedum stoloniferum)

Creeping Stonecrop

Sedum stoloniferum

Its trailing stems spill like living confetti over edges. Low-growing succulent groundcover; common names: creeping stonecrop, strawberry stonecrop.

Full sun
1/week
Beginner
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Plant Needs

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Sunlight Full sun to partial shade; full sun promotes vibrant leaf color and abundant blooms
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Watering Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; avoid standing water to prevent root rot
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Temperature Hardy to -10°C; tolerates hot summer temperatures with proper drainage
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Characteristics

  • Leaf: Round, fleshy blue-green to gray-green leaves arranged in whorls along trailing stems
  • Flower: Star-shaped pale pink to white blooms in flat-topped terminal clusters
  • Stem: Slender, rooting stolons that form dense, spreading mats over surfaces
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Care Guide

Watering

Water when top 2–3 cm of soil is fully dry; reduce during rainy spells

Fertilization

Diluted balanced feed once monthly. Use a low-nitrogen, balanced fertilizer to avoid leggy growth

Eggshell powder topdressing:Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to boost calcium levels and improve drainage
Pruning
  • Trim leggy stems in early spring to encourage bushier, denser growth
  • Remove dead foliage in late winter to improve airflow and reduce pest risk
  • Divide overcrowded clumps every 2–3 years in spring to rejuvenate plants
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Toxicity

Warning: this plant may be toxic.

Pets & Humans

Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats; no reported toxicity

Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known adverse health effects from ingestion or contact

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Garden Uses & Culture

Culture: N/A

Usage: Groundcover for rock gardens, trailing accent for containers, green roof vegetation