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Plant Profiles / Sedum 'Angelina'
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Sedum 'Angelina'
Sedum rupestre 'Angelina' · Angelina stonecrop
A bright chartreuse groundcover sedum with needle-like leaves that turn orange in cold weather. Spills nicely from pots.
Full sunLight
Every 1–2 weeksWater
EasyCare level
Care at a glance
Light
Full sun
ShadeFull sun
Brightest colour in sun.
Water
Every 1–2 weeks
DryWet
Water when dry.
Humidity
Low
LowHigh
Any.
Temperature
-20–38°C (-4–100°F)
CoolWarm
Very hardy.
Growth
Fast, trailing
SlowFast
Grows 10–15 cm, spreads 60 cm.
Soil
Free-draining mix
LeanRich
Succulent or gritty mix.
Fertiliser
Rarely
RarelyOften
Little feeding needed.
Pet safety
Non-toxic
SafeToxic
Non-toxic to pets.
About this plant
Angelina is a tough European stonecrop. It spreads quickly into a mat, trails over pot edges and tolerates heat, drought and frost.
Best spots
Sunny pots, mixed succulent bowls, hanging baskets and green roofs.
Plant facts
| Botanical name | Sedum rupestre 'Angelina' |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Origin | Europe |
| Plant type | Groundcover succulent |
| Mature size | 10–15 cm |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Flowers | Yellow stars in summer |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic to pets |
| Propagation | Cuttings |
Seasonal care calendar
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F
M
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M
J
J
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O
N
D
Plant
Flowering
Trim
Divide
PlantFloweringTrimDivide
Based on Southern Hemisphere seasons.
Troubleshooting
| Green, not gold | Needs more sun. |
| Patchy growth | Trim and replant pieces. |
| Rot | Too much water. |
| Leggy | Trim back after flowering. |
Common questions
Does it trail?
Yes, over pot edges.
Is it frost hardy?
Very.
Is it pet safe?
Yes.
Can it mix with other plants?
Yes, great as a spiller.
