This genus of over 300 species of succulent annuals, perennials, and subshrubs is found in the northern temperate regions and the mountains of the tropics. Members of the crassula family (Crassulaceae), species differ greatly in foliage and form. Some are shrubby, with flattened, oval, gray-green leaves, others trail and have succulent, rounded, "jelly bean"leaves, and some form very compact mats. Most produce small heads of tiny, 5-petalled, bright yellow flowers is summer and autumn. The genus name dates from Roman times and was used for several succulent plants. It is derived from the Latin sedo (to sit), referring to their low spreading habit. Some species have been used medicinally and as salad vegetables.
CULTIVATION
Plant in full sun with gritty well-drained soil. Most Sedum species appreciate water at flowering time but are otherwise drought tolerant. Propagate by division, from cuttings, or from seed, depending on the growth type.
Top Tip
The partnership of plump fleshy leaves and dainty starry flowers seen in Sedum species can be used to great effect in the garden to add textural and tonal contrasts.
CULTIVATION
Plant in full sun with gritty well-drained soil. Most Sedum species appreciate water at flowering time but are otherwise drought tolerant. Propagate by division, from cuttings, or from seed, depending on the growth type.
Top Tip
The partnership of plump fleshy leaves and dainty starry flowers seen in Sedum species can be used to great effect in the garden to add textural and tonal contrasts.
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