Blue Moon Stonecrop
Blue Moon Stonecrop (Sedum reflexum 'Blue Moon')
Blue Moon Stonecrop (Sedum reflexum 'Blue Moon') is a low-growing, spreading succulent with soft blue-gray foliage that brings cool-toned elegance to gardens year-round. This drought-tolerant perennial is an excellent choice for rock gardens, borders, and groundcover, providing texture, color contrast, and an eye-catching focal point in xeriscapes.
Distinctive Features
'Blue Moon' forms a dense, trailing mat of needle-like, silvery-blue foliage that maintains its striking color throughout the seasons. In early to mid-summer, clusters of bright yellow, star-shaped flowers emerge, creating a striking contrast against the cool-toned leaves. This variety remains compact, growing just 4 to 6 inches tall and spreading up to 18 inches, making it perfect for edging, container plantings, and cascading over stone walls.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun for best color and performance.
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy, or rocky soil; tolerates poor soils.
- Water: Drought-tolerant once established; requires minimal watering.
- Humidity: Prefers dry to moderate humidity; avoid excessive moisture.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9, making it well-suited for various climates.
Ideal Uses
- Rock Gardens: Adds texture and contrast among stones and gravel.
- Xeriscapes: Thrives in low-water conditions.
- Groundcover: Spreads quickly, forming a dense, weed-suppressing mat.
- Container Plantings: Excellent for cascading over pots or mixed succulent arrangements.
- Green Roofs: Ideal for rooftop gardens due to its drought resistance.
Low Maintenance Care
Blue Moon Stonecrop is a durable, easy-care succulent that thrives with minimal attention.
- Watering: Water sparingly; allow soil to dry between waterings.
- Pruning: Trim back if needed to maintain shape or control spread.
- Fertilizing: Minimal fertilization required; thrives in lean soils.
- Pest and Disease Resistance: Highly resistant to pests, deer, and rabbits.
- Winter Care: Evergreen in mild climates; foliage may take on pinkish tones in cold weather.
Why Choose Blue Moon Stonecrop?
Blue Moon Stonecrop offers year-round beauty, drought tolerance, and easy care, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens, borders, and containers.
- Silvery-Blue Foliage: Provides cool-toned contrast in garden beds.
- Bright Yellow Flowers: Summer blooms create a stunning color contrast.
- Drought Tolerant: Thrives in dry, poor soils with minimal care.
- Low-Growing Groundcover: Suppresses weeds while adding texture.
- Low Maintenance: Requires little to no upkeep once established.
For elegant foliage, long-lasting color, and effortless care, Blue Moon Stonecrop (Sedum reflexum 'Blue Moon') is an exceptional focal point choice for rock gardens, xeriscapes, and container plantings.

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