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Hylotelephium sieboldii

Previously known as:

  • Sedum sieboldii
Phonetic Spelling
hy-loh-teh-LEF-ee-um see-BOLD-ee-eye
This plant has low severity poison characteristics.
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Description

Japanese stonecrop is a succulent, perennial groundcover that is native to Japan, where it can be found growing along rocky outcrops and cliffs. It is a member of the stonecrop family (Crassulaceae). The scientific name honors the German botanist Phillipp Franz von Siebold. 

It grows best in full sun to partial shade and in loam or sandy soil with very good drainage and a neutral or alkaline pH. Too much shade will result in weak, floppy plant growth. It has good drought tolerance, making it suitable for xeriscaping. When grown in a container, allow the soil to dry out before watering. Repot in spring. Propagate Japanese stonecrop by division, seed, or stem cutting. It grows 6 to 9 inches tall and 1 to 1.5 feet wide. 

A plant for all seasons, springtime brings blue-green foliage. The foliage will display pink edges through the hot summer months. As fall approaches and the flowers are in full bloom, the foliage will turn bright shades of orange and red, making a stunning sight.  

Use Japanese stonecrop in mass plantings, small groups, or borders in butterfly, children’s, drought-tolerant, or pollinator gardens. It attracts pollinators and songbirds. Also consider it for a recreational play area, on a slope or bank, or alongside a walkway or patio.  

Insects, diseases, and other plant problems: Slugs, snails, aphids, mealybugs, and some scale insects can visit this plant. Overwatering or wet sites can lead to root and crown rot.

VIDEO Created by Elisabeth Meyer for "Annuals, Perennials, Vines, and Groundcovers" a plant identification course offered in partnership with Longwood Gardens. 

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Cultivars / Varieties:
  • 'Nana'
'Nana'
Tags:
#cultivars#evergreen#full sun tolerant#drought tolerant#edible plant#low growing#succulent#fall interest#rabbit resistant#hanging baskets#well-drained soil#trailing#low growing plant#children's garden#playground plant#groundcover#rock garden#pollinator plant#poor soils tolerant#bird friendly#dry soils tolerant#partial shade tolerant#bee friendly#clay soils intolerant#container plant#perennial#butterfly garden
 
Cultivars / Varieties:
  • 'Nana'
'Nana'
Tags:
#cultivars#evergreen#full sun tolerant#drought tolerant#edible plant#low growing#succulent#fall interest#rabbit resistant#hanging baskets#well-drained soil#trailing#low growing plant#children's garden#playground plant#groundcover#rock garden#pollinator plant#poor soils tolerant#bird friendly#dry soils tolerant#partial shade tolerant#bee friendly#clay soils intolerant#container plant#perennial#butterfly garden
  • Attributes:
    Genus:
    Hylotelephium
    Species:
    sieboldii
    Family:
    Crassulaceae
    Uses (Ethnobotany):
    When planted in masses, makes a great ground cover in temperate locations.
    Life Cycle:
    Perennial
    Recommended Propagation Strategy:
    Division
    Seed
    Stem Cutting
    Country Or Region Of Origin:
    Japan
    Wildlife Value:
    Butterflies, flies, and bees are attracted to the flowers.
    Play Value:
    Attractive Flowers
    Attracts Pollinators
    Textural
    Edibility:
    If causes low toxicity if eaten. However, when very young and tender, the stems and leaves can be eaten raw. Later, until they flower, they may be briefly cooked.
    Dimensions:
    Height: 0 ft. 6 in. - 0 ft. 9 in.
    Width: 1 ft. 0 in. - 1 ft. 6 in.
  • Whole Plant Traits:
    Plant Type:
    Edible
    Ground Cover
    Perennial
    Habit/Form:
    Arching
    Horizontal
    Mounding
    Growth Rate:
    Medium
    Maintenance:
    Low
    Texture:
    Fine
  • Cultural Conditions:
    Light:
    Full sun (6 or more hours of direct sunlight a day)
    Partial Shade (Direct sunlight only part of the day, 2-6 hours)
    Soil Texture:
    Loam (Silt)
    Sand
    Soil pH:
    Alkaline (>8.0)
    Neutral (6.0-8.0)
    Soil Drainage:
    Good Drainage
    Occasionally Dry
    Very Dry
    Available Space To Plant:
    Less than 12 inches
    12 inches-3 feet
    NC Region:
    Coastal
    Mountains
    Piedmont
    USDA Plant Hardiness Zone:
    3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b
  • Fruit:
    Fruit Type:
    Capsule
    Fruit Description:
    Small capsules open to release tiny dark seeds.
  • Flowers:
    Flower Color:
    Pink
    Flower Value To Gardener:
    Showy
    Flower Bloom Time:
    Fall
    Flower Shape:
    Star
    Flower Size:
    < 1 inch
    Flower Description:
    In the fall, clusters of pink flowers form at the end of the stems.
  • Leaves:
    Leaf Color:
    Green
    Pink
    Leaf Feel:
    Fleshy
    Leaf Value To Gardener:
    Edible
    Showy
    Deciduous Leaf Fall Color:
    Pink
    Leaf Type:
    Simple
    Leaf Arrangement:
    Whorled
    Leaf Margin:
    Entire
    Hairs Present:
    No
    Leaf Length:
    < 1 inch
    Leaf Width:
    < 1 inch
    Leaf Description:
    This plant forms a perfect, circular mound of arching stems covered with fleshy, round, blue-green foliage in whorls of three. They are edged with a deep pink to reddish line. Turns pink in winter before dying.
  • Stem:
    Stem Color:
    Green
    Red/Burgundy
    Stem Is Aromatic:
    No
    Stem Description:
    The ascending stem have a reddish tinge.
  • Landscape:
    Landscape Location:
    Container
    Patio
    Recreational Play Area
    Slope/Bank
    Walkways
    Landscape Theme:
    Asian Garden
    Butterfly Garden
    Children's Garden
    Cottage Garden
    Drought Tolerant Garden
    Pollinator Garden
    Rock Garden
    Design Feature:
    Border
    Mass Planting
    Small groups
    Attracts:
    Bees
    Butterflies
    Pollinators
    Songbirds
    Resistance To Challenges:
    Drought
    Dry Soil
    Poor Soil
    Rabbits
    Problems:
    Poisonous to Humans
  • Poisonous to Humans:
    Poison Severity:
    Low
    Poison Symptoms:
    Unknown, but possibly gastrointestinal symptoms.
    Poison Toxic Principle:
    Alkaloids sedine, sedamine, and others.
    Causes Contact Dermatitis:
    No
    Poison Part:
    Bark
    Flowers
    Fruits
    Leaves
    Roots
    Sap/Juice
    Seeds
    Stems