Sedum spathulifolium
Blood Leaf Sedum
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Blood Leaf Sedum (Sedum spathulifolium) - Description
Sedum spathulifolium is a native to California's Coastal Range and the Sierra Nevada mountains and stretches north to British Columbia. Tiny bluish green leaves with red edges are packed into small rosettes on short, trailing stems. In late spring expect flushes of light yellow flowers to adorn this little ground cover. This species is quite drought tolerant and would work well in low water xeriscaping or Mediterranean themed gardens.
Blood Leaf Sedum (Sedum spathulifolium) - Blooming
Tiny, star-shaped, five petaled flowers in dense, showy clusters from half an inch to 8 inches across.
Blood Leaf Sedum (Sedum spathulifolium) - Growth
Tough annuals, biennials, perennials, subshrubs, and shrubs with fleshy leaves. Perennials range from 1 inch tall mat-forming to 2 foot tall mounding habits.
Blood Leaf Sedum (Sedum spathulifolium) - Planting
Sow seeds in autumn but provide protection from the cold during the first winter. Planting indoors with sufficient light can provide that protection. If the species of Sedum is known to be less hardy, sow the seeds in spring.
Blood Leaf Sedum (Sedum spathulifolium) - Pest
Prone to scale, mealybugs, slugs snails.
Blood Leaf Sedum (Sedum spathulifolium) - Interesting facts
Stonecrops are ideal for green rooftops. In areas where green rooftops are prevalent, Stonecrops are beginning to replace grasses as the primary source of plant material. Additionally, these plants are known for their succulent leaves, which are primarily used for water storage. The succulent leaves provide better fire hazard protection because a Stonecrop covered rooftop has such a high concentration of water compared to grass covered roofs.
Blood Leaf Sedum (Sedum spathulifolium) - Soil and irrigation
Does best with well-drained, average to rich soil. Will also grow in poor, dry soil.
