Spreading Stonecrop (Sedum Divergens) is a perennial succulent in the Crassulaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Sedum divergens is a low-growing succulent plant forming thick evergreen mats with shiny green, rounded leaves that may turn red in the sun, and yellow flowers.

Spreading Stonecrop

Spreading Stonecrop

Sedum Divergens

Sedum divergens is a low-growing succulent plant forming thick evergreen mats with shiny green, rounded leaves that may turn red in the sun, and yellow flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
succulent
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:gravelly, sandy, loamy
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Spreading Stonecrop

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Crassulaceae
Genus:Sedum
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