Sedum reflexum 'Spanish Blue Sedum'
Common Name(s):
Spanish Blue Sedum
Blue Spruce Stonecrop
Synonym:
Blue Sedum
Flower:
Yellow
Blooms :
May
to:
Jul
Flowers star-shaped with 5 yellow petals
Botanical Description
Fragrant?
NO
Family:
Crassulaceae
Herbaceous Plant, Perennial
Foliage:
Blue-green
Needle like blue-green
Fall Color?
YES
Leaves evergreen
Evergreen
Photo by:
Heading 6
Foliage evergreen
Oregon Native?
NO
West State Native?
NO
Origins:
Originates from Sedum reflexum from Europe
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
4
Water Needs:
M
Sun Needs:
Full Sun
Deer Resistant?
YES
Firewise?
YES
Height:
4-8"
Spread:
12-18"
Growth Rate:
Medium
Native Habitat:
Rocky mountainous regions in full sun, well-drained soils
Soil:
Sandy, rocky, gritty soil
Care Recommendations
Maintenance Level:
Low
Fertilizer:
Does not require any fertilizer but if growth poor can apply a low dose of balanced fertilizer in spring or a top dressing of compost
Mulch:
Gravel, crushed rock, or sharp sand
Focus on full sun, extremely well-drained soil, minimal water, occassional divisions, pruning to prevent legginess
Long Term:
Winter:
Leave seed heads for winter interest and the birds
Spring:
Cut back old growth, ensure excellent drainage, water when dry, if growth poor give light fertilizer
Summer:
Make sure plant is in full sun, give water sparingly
Fall:
Ensure plant has good drainage, water sparingly, can leave foliage or cut back to soil line
General Care Comments:
Tough succulent that needs full sun, excellent drainage, and gritty soil
Common Problems
None if properly planted and cared for
Diseases:
Root/crown rot if overwatered,. Botrytis grey mold. powdery mildew
Insects:
Aphids. mealybugs
Environmental Problems:
Issues stem from improper watering (squishy leaves) and poor light
Pests:
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