Stonecrop is a creeping, semi-evergreen, perennial ground cover in the stonecrop family (Crassulaceae). It is native to northeastern Turkey and northern Iran and grows 2 to 6 inches high and 2 to 3 feet wide. Stonecrop requires full sun and well-drained, sandy or shallow rocky soil. Do not overwater, as it prefers very dry soil and is tolerant of drought. Propagate stonecrop by division or stem cutting. The long-lasting, star-shaped flowers of stonecrop bloom in spring and summer and come in an array of colors, depending upon the cultivar. The leaves may be golden, gray or green, adding to this plant’s interest. The plant is a food source for wildlife, attracting bees, butterflies and songbirds. This is a recommended plant species for Triangle Area green roofs. Add stonecrop to butterfly, children’s, pollinator, drought-tolerant or rock gardens. Also consider it for woodland, naturalized or recreational play areas. And it is well suited to growing as a houseplant. Insects, Diseases and Other Plant Problems : No significant problems.
Curated pairwise relationships between this plant and others in the library — who feeds
whom, who competes, who confuses the pests. Green reads as a good pairing, red as one to avoid.
No curated interactions recorded for this species yet.
Also noted by NC State
Related species the NC State Plant Toolbox flags for this plant — look-alikes to tell
apart, and plants that play a similar role in a planting. Ones we carry in the library are linked.