Sedum acre – the compact, sun-loving succulent

Sedum acre, also known as Sand Blue, Ice Sedum, or Bitter Sedum, is a hardy and versatile succulent that enriches gardens, rock gardens, and green roofs with its compact growth and bright yellow flowers. This groundcover is known for its low-maintenance, drought tolerance, and ornamental value, making it ideal for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Characteristics of Sedum acre

Sedum acre belongs to the succulent family (Crassulaceae) and is distinguished by:

• Leaf: Small, fleshy, dark green leaves that grow in dense mats

• Flowers: bright yellow, star-shaped, blooming from June to August

• Height: 5–15 cm, low and compact ground cover

• Growth habit: spreading and ground covering, ideal for erosion control

• Location: sun-loving, well-drained soil, drought-tolerant

Thanks to these properties, Sedum acre forms an attractive, low-maintenance ground cover that remains visually interesting throughout the growing season.

Benefits of Sedum acre

This succulent offers several benefits for gardeners and landscapers:

1. Low maintenance – requires minimal care and tolerates drought

2. Ground cover – prevents weeds and erosion, ideal for slopes and rock gardens

3. Blooming in summer – bright yellow flowers attract bees and other pollinators

4. Winter hardy – resistant to frost and changing weather conditions

5. Versatile – suitable for borders, rock gardens, roofs and pots

Due to these properties, Sedum acre combines ornamental value, functionality and ecological benefits.

Location and care

Sedum acre grows best in a sunny spot with well-drained, preferably slightly poorer soil. Some care tips:

• Sunlight: full sun for optimal growth and flowering

• Soil: permeable, slightly calcareous; avoid wet soil

• Watering: hardly necessary; plant is drought tolerant

• Maintenance: Dead stems can be removed, but the plant requires virtually no pruning.

• Propagation: easy via cuttings or division of mats

With this simple care, Sedum acre will remain healthy, compact and flowering.

Application in the garden

Sedum acre is versatile and can be used in various ways:

• Rock gardens – creates color and structure in dry, rocky places

• Ground cover – suitable for slopes and difficult-to-access areas

• Green roofs – ideal due to drought tolerance and compact growth

• Pots and containers – decorative and low-maintenance for patios and balconies

• Combinations – can be beautifully combined with other Sedum varieties, herbs or low perennials

Thanks to its compact growth and bright yellow flowers, Sedum acre is a real eye-catcher in any garden.