Sedum oreganum

Oregon stonecrop

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Outstanding Qualities

The diminutive, nubbly succulent leaves of Oregon stonecrop are bright green – sometimes with a cherry red to burgundy blush – with golden yellow flowers on stems 2 to 6 inches tall. The evergreen foliage is only a few inches in height but spreads 18 or more inches. This native makes a great, very low-growing perennial for sites with full sun and needs watering only once a month or so during the dry season.

Quick Facts

Plant Type: perennial

Growth Habit: spreading

Foliage Type: evergreen

Plant Height (10-year): 0 ft. 2 in. (0.06 meters)

Plant Width/Spread (10-year): 1 ft. 0 in. (0.30 meters)

Hardiness: USDA Zones 5 to 9

Flower Color: yellow

Flowering Time: summer

Sun/Light Exposure: full sun

Water Requirements: drought tolerant once established

Seasonal Interest: year-round nubbly evergreen foliage with yellow flowers in summer

Wildlife Associations: bees, butterflies

Culture Notes

Plant in well-drained soil and full sun for best growth.