Stonecrop 'Chocolate Ball' (Sedum hakonense)

Plant Description:

Perennial evergreen variety from Japan has bluish-gray, needle-like foliage with round, brown and white florettes. Does well as a container plant as well as in rock gardens or other low moisture scapes.

• Height: 4 ft

• Width: 2-3 ft

• Watering needs: Regular, can tolerate short drought periods

• Sun needs: Full sun, can tolerate shade

• Soil needs: Moist to dry, well draining soil

• Bloom Time: Summer-Fall

• Portland Plant List (Backyard Habitat Certification): No

Landscape Use and Ecological Function:  

Great as a ground cover, and makes a good companion plant as it has shallow root systems. Can be used to prevent erosion and compaction of soil beds in winter.