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Key characteristics

Family: Crassulaceae
Height: 3 to 5 inches
Width: 6 to 12 inches
Flower color: Pale pink to white
Foliage color: Blue-green with a slightly silvery or frosty appearance
Bloom time: Late summer to early fall
Light: Full sun
Water: Low to moderate
Maintenance: Low; very little maintenance required
Growing zone: USDA Zones 5 to 9
Wildlife: Attracts bees and butterflies

Groundcovers

Sedum dasyphyllum 'Himalayan Skies'

Himalayan Skies Stonecrop

Sedum dasyphyllum 'Himalayan Skies' is a compact, low-growing succulent that is prized for its attractive foliage and delicate blooms. The plant features small, powdery blue-green leaves that create a soft, cushion-like effect in the landscape. In late spring to early summer, the plant produces clusters of star-shaped white flowers, adding a subtle contrast to the foliage.

Originating from the mountainous regions of the Himalayas, this sedum is well-suited for dry, rocky environments.

Light

Full sun

Water

Low to moderate

Bloom time

Late summer to early fall

Find this plant

Works well in

Rock Gardens
Pathways & Walkways
Slopes & Banks
Pollinator Gardens

Companion plants

Candytufts · Rockroses · Penstemon · Yarrows · Thymes · Feather reed grass

Design tip

Soft blue foliage creates a cooling effect that pairs beautifully with warm stone, gravel, and sun-loving perennials. Repeat silvery plants and rounded forms throughout the planting to create harmony while adding subtle color and texture from spring through fall.

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