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Wild Stonecrop

Sedum ternatum, Crassulaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground CoverPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Braun's Holly FernPolystichum braunii
Nurse PlantShade Provision
Richardson's AlumrootHeuchera richardsonii
Shade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Creeping Oregon GrapeMahonia repens

Oregon grape can shade out low-growing succulents and may produce compounds affecting their growth

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlRock GardenGreen RoofDrought Tolerance

Edible Parts

Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Wound HealingBurns

Common Questions

What zones does Wild Stonecrop grow in?

Wild Stonecrop grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Wild Stonecrop?

Good companions for Wild Stonecrop include Braun's Holly Fern, Richardson's Alumroot.

Design guilds with Wild Stonecrop and see companion relationships visually.

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