Japanese Stonecrop (Sedum ellacombianum)
Perennial
- Vibrant green leaves and yellow flowers color the landscape!
- Flourishes in poor soils and tough-to-grow sites.
- Fast-spreading ground cover.
- Great for large areas.
- Zones 3-9, sun, 6" tall x 10" wide at maturity.
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Common name: Stonecrop, sedum
Zone: 3 - 9
Sun exposure: Sun (> 6 hours sun)
Height x width: 6" X 10"
Flower color: Yellow
Foliage color: Green
Season of interest: Spring through fall
Bloom time: summer
Features: Winter interest, suitable for slopes, heat tolerant, ground covers, drought tolerant, cold tolerant, low flammability
Uses: Accent, alpine and rock, container gardening, edging, erosion control or embankment, ground cover, massing, rock garden, roof garden, slopes, small spaces, underplanting.
How to Grow
Light: Sun (> 6 hours sun) to part-sun (4-6 hours sun). Will lean toward the sun if grown in too much shade.
Water: Dry to average moisture. It tolerates drought once established, but should receive some water when conditions are hot and dry.
Spacing: 10"
Fertilizing: Fertilizer isn't required when grown in rich soils, but a handful of all-purpose granular fertilizer can be applied in early spring if needed.
Winterizing: Dried flower heads of many varieties remain attractive in winter, whether left standing in the garden or brought indoors. Small animals and bugs may take home in accumulated debris during cold weather. It doesn't need mulch in winter unless grown in harsh climates.
Maintenance & pruning: Pinch back the tips of new spring growth for more compact plants. Stop fertilizing and water in the fall and winter. Throughout spring and summer, divisions and cuttings can easily root for new plants.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.
These are gorgeous! We bought 60 of them last year and just came back to buy 40 more! We planted them at the end of summer last year and they did very well in our harsh New Hampshire climate! We didn't lose a single one of them during the winter. They're all looking lush and green already and it's only the first week in April. See the photo; this is only after one season! GGP packages their plants extremely well and with free shipping, we can really appreciate that! My husband and I are very, very, happy with these. We planted them on a sloped bed area where erosion was a big problem. The plants are still relatively small but are already keeping the erosion at bay! If you're on the fence about buying some of these gorgeous sedum, get them! You won't regret it.
No flowers yet (still getting settled in) but looks very healthy and happy. Definitely growing!
Arrived safe and look healthy!
These plants were packaged with so much care. My husband ordered his plants on line also but from a different company, and they came in a plastic bag stuffed in my mailbox.
Your plants were healthy when I received them and they are still doing well. Thank you !
I couldn’t be more pleased with my new sedum plants! They are the perfect addition to my rocky slope! I am so impressed with the quality of the plants, healthy and strong, some actually blooming. They were wonderfully packaged and arrived in perfect condition. Kudos to Great Gardens! I am now a repeat customer!!
The Japanese Stonecrop are very hardy. I planted them in full sun close to a concrete wall and they are doing well.
Well packaged and doing well in the border of the garden.
Got it here, just fine, and planted. Growing, as with the hot dry spell, watering is required. Along with my other plants and veggies and herbs. Thank you!
Plants arrived on time and in great shape. Growing in my garden now.
My plants arrived looking great and they are thriving since planted. I love everything that I have purchased!
Great growth and spread. Very hardy.
I planted a dozen of these last fall under a birch tree where they get lots of sun. They were doing so well I wanted more! They arrived looking fragile and we have a severe drought. So I planted all nine in an old dishpan and watered them regularly. After a month they were ready to go in the ground, where they are thriving. I'm very happy with them.
I received my rose less than a week after ordering and it was already tall enough to attach to a trellis. I’ve had one like it before and the fragrance of this rose is amazing. Can’t wait to see it grow more come spring.
The Japanese Stonecrop (Sedum ellacombianum) I received were all simply gorgeous in 3 inch pots. I only ordered 3 and two made it because I must have over-fertilized the third -- after reading online they probably don't need any. However, I'm going to try to propagate more. I was simply thrilled to get these after seeing how great they looked in my sister's yard growing along the edges and rocks. They are a gorgeous addition to any bedding plants.
So, I ordered a few of these stonecrops for a terraced garden I've got. They came carefully packaged, I planted them, they flourished and flowered in about 2 weeks; and, I just had to order more. The last one went in a boulder's crack. Sounds odd, but looks fabulous. Keep 'em coming, GGP!!
Just planted this a month or two ago but this plant has great root system and hasn't noticed it was transplanted! Looking great! I'll be buying many more plants from Great Gardens!
I ordered several and planted them in 2 different locations- one location on a steep, dry, clay slope, and the other in a more protected, flat area. Both sets are doing great and have grown to at least twice their size since I bought them about 6 weeks ago!
Thriving plants in mixed sun/shade environment. Pleased with spreading and flowering.
I ordered 24 plants and they arrived in great shape! I was a bit wary as this was the first time ordering plants online but was very happy with the way they were packaged! I have planted them into the ground. Keeping my fingers crossed...
I ordered four of the Japanese Stonecrop plants, and they arrived today. I could not believe how well-packaged the plants were and how full and healthy they were. I planted them immediately and watered them. I am beyond pleased with my purchase. This was my first time ordering from Great Garden Plants, but it will not be my last time.
Doing well and it's beautiful
Does snow piled on top hurt plan
Japanese Stonecrop is a durable, no-fuss perennial that thrives in most locations. It should be fine during winter with snow, especially since it can grow in a range of zones, including zone 3!
Can this plant survive winter or does it need to be replanted every year
Hi there! Yes, Japanese Stonecrop is a perennial when grown in its recommended USDA zones which are zones 3-9.
Can this plant take occasional salt-water flooding
Hi there! Japanese Stonecrop is known for its ability to thrive in tough growing conditions, including poor soils.
I see that these are not deer resistant. We have LOTS of deer in our neighborhood and occasionally they jump the 4' fence into our backyard but they stay in the back wooded part and avoid the pool area. I would like to use these on a sloping area near the pool to combat erosion. I see your response that these are not necessarily candy for deer like Hostas but they WILL eat them. My hope is that they will continue to avoid the pool area. Is that myopic?
Also, I am in 7a. I would like to plant them over Labor Day weekend. Is that too early in the Fall to plant them? They will be in partial shade which should help with the heat.
Hello! While it's true that these plants are not classified as deer-resistant and can be nibbled on by deer, it seems like the deer in your area tend to stay away from the pool space. It's not myopic to hope that the deer will continue their current patterns; however, wildlife can be unpredictable, and there's always a possibility they might venture closer to the pool area, especially if food sources are scarce elsewhere. Planting over Labor Day gives the plants time to establish before winter. The partial shade will indeed help them to not get stressed by the heat as they settle into their new home.
Should I deadhead spent blossoms on my Stonecrop after the flowers have died?
Hello! While not necessary, deadheading spent blossoms will give your stonecrop a neater appearance and more compact growth.