Northwest Blooms · Groundcovers
Sedum spurium
Two-Row Stonecrop
- Family
- Crassulaceae
- Height
- 4 to 6 inches
- Width
- 12 to 24 inches, spreading ground cover
- Flower color
- Pink, red, or white star-shaped flowers
- Foliage color
- Green to reddish-bronze, fleshy leaves
- Bloom time
- Mid-summer to early fall
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Low; drought-tolerant
- Maintenance
- Low
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 3 to 9
- Wildlife
- Attracts butterflies and other pollinators
About this plant
Sedum spurium, commonly known as Two-Row Stonecrop, is a hardy, mat-forming perennial that is prized for its vibrant foliage and clusters of star-shaped flowers. The leaves are thick, fleshy, and often tinged with red or bronze, forming a dense ground cover. In summer, it produces masses of pink, red, or white flowers that bloom atop short stems, creating a colorful and long-lasting display.
Native to the Caucasus region of Eastern Europe, Sedum spurium is well-adapted to dry, rocky environments, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens, green roofs, and low-maintenance landscapes. Its ability to thrive in challenging conditions has made it a popular choice for gardeners looking to add texture and color to difficult spots in their gardens.
Works well in
Rock Gardens · Pathways & Walkways · Slopes & Banks · Pollinator Gardens
Companion plants
Thrift · Potentillas · Salvias · Coreopsis · Blue fescue · Ice plants
Design tip
Create broad drifts of this adaptable groundcover to unify sunny plantings and reduce visual gaps between larger specimen plants. Its changing foliage and long-lasting flowers provide continuous interest while reinforcing a cohesive design from season to season.
Where to see it
This plant can be seen at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
