Roseum
Sedum spurium 'Roseum'
A hardy groundcover sedum that transforms from green to brilliant rosy-pink in cool weather and full sun exposure. This vigorous spreader produces clusters of bright pink star-shaped flowers in summer, creating a stunning carpet effect. Perfect for rock gardens, borders, or anywhere you need reliable color and texture.
Harvest
N/Ad
Days to harvest
Sun
SEE-dum
Zones
3–9
USDA hardiness
Height
3-24 inches
Complete Growing Guide
Light: SEE-dum. Soil: Clay, Loam (Silt), Sand, Shallow Rocky. Drainage: Good Drainage, Occasionally Dry, Very Dry. Water: 'African Sunset', 'Birthday Party', 'Blue Spruce', 'Chocolate Drop', 'Cutting Edge', 'Garnet Brocade', 'Hopewell', 'October Sunset', 'Peace and Joy', 'Pillow Talk', 'Plum Perfection', 'Rock Star', 'Rosy Glow', 'Soft Cloud', SunSparkler® Series, 'Thundercloud', 'Touchdown Teak', 'Twinkling Star'. Height: 0 ft. 3 in. - 2 ft. 0 in.. Spread: 2 ft. 0 in. - 3 ft. 0 in.. Growth rate: Slow. Maintenance: 'African Sunset', 'Birthday Party', 'Blue Spruce', 'Chocolate Drop', 'Cutting Edge', 'Garnet Brocade', 'Hopewell', 'October Sunset', 'Peace and Joy', 'Pillow Talk', 'Plum Perfection', 'Rock Star', 'Rosy Glow', 'Soft Cloud', SunSparkler® Series, 'Thundercloud', 'Touchdown Teak', 'Twinkling Star'. Propagation: Leaf Cutting, Seed, Stem Cutting. Regions: Coastal, Mountains, Piedmont.
Harvesting
Fruit follicular, membranous or leathery, often surrounded by a persistent membranous corolla, opening on the adaxial side, Seeds mostly minute, usually with fleshy endosperm.
Type: Capsule. Length: < 1 inch. Width: < 1 inch.
Bloom time: Fall, Spring, Summer
Edibility: The stems and leaves can be eaten raw when very young and tender. Later, until they flower, they may be eaten after briefly cooking. Not poisonous, but when eaten in quantity, can cause stomach upset.
History & Origin
Origin: East Asia
Advantages
- +Disease resistance: Drought, Dry Soil, Foot Traffic, Heat, Poor Soil
- +Attracts: The stems and leaves can be eaten raw when very young and tender. Later, until they flower, they may be eaten after briefly cooking. Not poisonous, but when eaten in quantity, can cause stomach upset.
- +Wildlife value: Bees enjoy the nectar. Birds enjoy the seeds.
- +Low maintenance
Companion Plants
Plant Together
Thyme
Drought-tolerant herb that thrives in same well-draining soil conditions
Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum)
Similar water and soil requirements, creates attractive textural contrast
Jade Plant
Compatible watering schedules and both prefer well-draining soil
Stonecrop (Sedum)
Same family plant with identical care needs and drought tolerance
Echeveria
Matching sun exposure and minimal water requirements
Lavender
Both prefer dry conditions and lavender repels pests that may damage succulents
Agave
Compatible xerophytic plants with similar water conservation needs
Rosemary
Shares preference for dry, well-draining soil and full sun exposure
Keep Apart
Hostas
Requires consistently moist soil which can cause root rot in succulents
Ferns
Need high humidity and frequent watering that conflicts with succulent care
Impatiens
Requires regular watering and shade, opposite of succulent growing conditions
Mint
Aggressive spreader that needs moist soil and can overwhelm succulents
Pests & Disease Resistance
Resistance
Very disease resistant, extremely hardy
Common Pests
Slugs, snails occasionally, very pest resistant
Diseases
Crown rot in poorly drained soils