Light
Full sun suits it best. It tolerates some light shade and shrugs off heat.
Water
Water new plants until they root in. After that it's drought tolerant in the ground and only needs a drink in a long dry spell. In pots and hanging baskets, water when the mix has dried out. Wet, poorly drained soil is the thing to avoid.
Soil & pots
Sandy or gravelly soil of moderate to low fertility, with good drainage. In the wild it avoids acid soils. It's at home in rock gardens, along path edges, on slopes and walls, and in containers. For a quick carpet, set plants 8–12 inches apart.
Temperature
Hardy in USDA zones 5–8. It stays evergreen, and in cold-winter areas the gold leaves pick up reddish-orange tones in fall.
Is Angelina sedum safe for pets?
Pet safety not yet confirmed. It isn't on the ASPCA's toxic or non-toxic plant lists, and we haven't found a veterinary source. NC State Extension notes the leaves can upset the stomach if eaten in quantity and the sap can irritate some people's skin. We haven't found a reliable source yet, so keep it out of reach of pets that chew plants.
Propagation
Angelina roots as it spreads, so it practically propagates itself. Rooted pieces, snipped stems and even loose leaves will all grow.
- Pull up or cut a piece of stem that has rooted into the soil.
- Press it into well-drained soil where you want more cover, 8–12 inches apart.
- Water lightly until it settles in.
- Scatter loose leaves on bare soil. They root too.
Common problems
FAQ
Is Angelina sedum a Sedum or a Petrosedum?
Kew's Plants of the World Online now accepts Petrosedum rupestre for this species, so its full name is Petrosedum rupestre 'Angelina'. It's still widely sold as Sedum rupestre 'Angelina'. Same plant, new label.
Why is my Angelina sedum turning orange?
Cold weather. In cold-winter areas the gold leaves turn reddish-orange in fall. It's normal, and one of the best reasons to grow it.
Does Angelina sedum spread?
Quickly. It forms a mat that roots as it goes and can creep out of its bed over time. Give it room, or plant it where a path or wall stops it.
Can Angelina sedum grow in shade?
It tolerates light shade, and NC State Extension rates it for part shade, but full sun suits it best.
Is Angelina sedum deer resistant?
Yes. Missouri Botanical Garden and NC State Extension both list it as resistant to deer and rabbits.
Sources
- Petrosedum rupestre (Plants of the World Online, Kew)
- Sedum rupestre 'Angelina' (Plant Finder, Missouri Botanical Garden)
- Petrosedum rupestre 'Angelina' (NC State Extension Plant Toolbox)
- Sedum (NC State Extension Plant Toolbox)
- Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List, Cats (ASPCA)
- Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List, Dogs (ASPCA)