Growth form
It is an upright, bushy perennial that forms clumps, reaching a height and spread of 30-45 cm. In winter, the stonecrop dies back. The thick, fleshy, gray-green leaves are ovate or elliptical and serrated.
blossom
The main flowering period is from July to September (but it also looks good without flowers). It has 20cm-wide inflorescences with star-shaped, umbel-like flowers (approx. 1cm) in bright light to dark pink. The magnificent stonecrop also makes a great cut flower.
Location requirements
The best soil is well-drained, nutrient-rich (sandy or loamy soil is perfect) in full sun to partial shade. Five plants are needed per square meter.
Care
The magnificent stonecrop should be planted in the spring, with approximately 30 cm between each plant. Dead shoots should not be cut back until late winter or early spring. It is a hardy, particularly robust, and easy-care perennial that can withstand drought in summer, as it stores a lot of water in its stems and leaves.
TIP: For winter decoration in your garden, leave the withered flower shoots on the plants.
TEXT: Swantje Holtmann
