Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Crassulaceae

Genus:

Petrosedum

Species:

Petrosedum rupestre

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

green, yellow

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maine, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Virginia, Washington, Canada: Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky outcrops and cliffs