Sedum - Stonecrop Sexangulare

9cm

Sedum sexangulare – Watch Chain Stonecrop

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Sedum sexangulare is a charming, low-growing succulent with tiny, star-shaped leaves arranged in tight whorls along short stems. Its name comes from its six-angled leaf arrangement. A carpet-forming stonecrop, it’s perfect for rock gardens, edging, and sunny pots.

Key Features:

✔ Dense, mat-forming growth with small fleshy green leaves

✔ Turns golden-yellow in full sun or cooler temps

✔ Produces bright yellow star-shaped flowers in summer

✔ Very drought-tolerant and low-maintenance

Care Instructions:

• Light: Thrives in full sun to bright light – encourages compact growth and colour

• Watering: Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings

• Humidity: Prefers dry air – no misting needed

• Soil: Use a gritty, well-draining soil mix

• Feeding: Feed lightly in spring or summer if needed

• Temperature: Best in 18–25°C – hardy outdoors in mild areas

• Growth: Forms a low mat up to 5–10cm high, spreading widely

🌿 Tip: Excellent ground cover or filler plant – allow space for it to sprawl.