Petrosedum reflexum (Sedum reflexum)
Also known as: Blue spruce stonecrop
Blue needle foliage like a miniature spruce tree. It belongs to the Sedum genus, comes from Europe, stays around Mat/spikes 10–20 cm, and tolerates USDA 3–9; very cold-hardy. Individual plants vary, so treat this as a general guide rather than a guarantee.
Key facts
- Genus: Sedum
- Origin: Europe
- Mature size: Mat/spikes 10–20 cm
- Hardiness: USDA 3–9; very cold-hardy
- Toxicity: Non-toxic
Succulent at a glance
- Genus
- Sedum
- Origin
- Europe
- Mature size
- Mat/spikes 10–20 cm
- Growth habit
- Blue spruce-like needle foliage in low sprawling clumps
- Leaf colour
- Blue-grey needle rosettes
- Flower colour
- Yellow
- Hardiness
- USDA 3–9; very cold-hardy
- Toxicity
- Non-toxic
- Other names
- Blue spruce stonecrop
About the Petrosedum reflexum (Sedum reflexum)
Blue needle foliage like a miniature spruce tree. Cold-hardy outdoor stonecrop for poor, rocky soil.
Care and cultivation
Maximum light for compact colourful growth. Very gritty mix; water when dry. Many sedums are cold-hardy outdoors. Light: Full sun to very bright light. Water: Every 10–14 days in growth. Soil: Gritty mineral mix.
Description
Petrosedum reflexum (Sedum reflexum) is a Sedum succulent from Europe. Blue needle foliage like a miniature spruce tree. Cold-hardy outdoor stonecrop for poor, rocky soil.
Identification
Key identification features: Blue-grey needle rosettes leaves in a Blue spruce-like needle foliage in low sprawling clumps form, reaching Mat/spikes 10–20 cm. Also known as Blue spruce stonecrop. Nickname: 'Blue spruce sedum'. Nickname: 'Blue spruce sedum'.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Petrosedum reflexum (Sedum reflexum)?
Every 10–14 days in growth. Let the soil dry completely between waterings and reduce water in winter.
Is Petrosedum reflexum (Sedum reflexum) toxic to pets?
Non-toxic. Keep it out of reach of cats and dogs.
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Succulent information on this page is based on the Wikipedia article on the Petrosedum reflexum (Sedum reflexum), supplemented with additional research. Reviewed for accuracy.