Tree Stonecrop

Tree stonecrop is a shrubby, woody-stemmed succulent Sedum with fleshy leaves and a broad, ground-covering form. Red margins develop on the green leaves in bright light, while clusters of yellow star-shaped flowers appear in late winter and early spring. [Cistus Nursery](https://cistus.com/products/sedum-dendroideum) describes a 1–3-foot plant spreading into a 3–4-foot clump; the form at [Ruth Bancroft Garden](https://www.ruthbancroftgarden.org/plants/sedum-dendroideum/) grew beyond 3 feet, so mature size varies by form and growing conditions. ## Garden use Use this drought-adapted succulent in a dry garden, broad groundcover planting, or xeric border. It is native to Mexico and has a small-tree silhouette among lower succulents. ## Site and season Plant in sun to part shade in sharply drained soil. The flowers are yellow, with a late-winter to early-spring display; bright light and cool weather can bring out red leaf margins. ## Maintenance Provide fast drainage and protect it from hard frost; Cistus lists tolerance to temperatures in the mid-20s °F. Avoid wet soil around the roots.