Also known as Shore Stonecrop
Needle Stonecrop (Sedum lineare) is a low-growing succulent with linear, needle-like leaves, ideal for rock gardens, ground cover, and containers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best growth and flowering.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings
25% intensity
Drought tolerant once established. Reduce watering in winter.
Sandy, Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate to Warm
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter dormancy but protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season with a diluted balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the soil is dry to the touch, typically in spring and summer. Reduce watering significantly in autumn and winter, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot.
Overwatering is the most common cause of problems.
Prune in early spring to remove any dead or damaged growth from the previous season. Pinching back stem tips during the growing season can encourage bushier growth.
Remove spent flower stalks to maintain a tidy appearance.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 5-10 cm cuttings in spring or summer. Allow the cut end to callus for a few days before inserting into well-draining soil or sand. Roots will form within a few weeks.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining succulent or cactus potting mix. Repotting is best done in spring before the active growing season begins to minimize transplant shock.
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Where Needle Stonecrop (Sedum lineare) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Sedum |
| Species | Sedum lineare |
Similar in genus Sedum
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