Sedum 'Rosetta' is a tidy clump forming stonecrop with rosettes of rounded, blue green leaves that develop rosy pink margins in cooler weather. In late summer, it produces domed clusters of soft pink flowers that attract pollinators and add color to drought tolerant plantings.
Height & Spread: 8 - 10 in x 12 - 16 in
Bloom Time: Late summer to early fall
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preference: Well drained, sandy or gravelly soil; tolerates poor fertility
Watering Needs: Low; drought tolerant once established
Deer Resistance: High
Native Status
Not native to North America. Sedum 'Rosetta' is a cultivated hybrid derived from Eurasian species, bred for compact form and ornamental foliage.
Wildlife & Insects
Butterflies
- Provides a valuable nectar source for Painted Ladies, Red Admirals, and other late season butterflies.
Bees
- Attracts honeybees and native bumblebees that forage heavily on its clustered blooms in late summer.
Hummingbirds
- Not a primary attractant, but its insect visitors help support the foraging activity of nearby hummingbirds.
Spacing & Landscape Use
Spacing Recommendations
- Space 10 - 14 in apart to allow plants to form a dense mat while maintaining good airflow between clumps.
Landscape Placement
- Excellent for edging borders, filling small sunny beds, container gardening, and integrating into drought tolerant plantings.
Companion Plants
- Lavandula angustifolia (English Lavender) - Soft purple spires and aromatic foliage harmonize with the cool tones of Sedum.
- Allium 'Millenium' - Compact, upright flower heads add late season structure and blend well with Sedum’s pink blooms.
- Coreopsis verticillata 'Zagreb' - Fine, threadlike foliage and bright yellow flowers create a vibrant, contrasting combination.
- Echinacea purpurea 'PowWow White' - White coneflowers add clean contrast and vertical interest while supporting pollinators.
- Artemisia 'Silver Mound' - Feathery silver foliage offers cool tone balance and textural variety.