John Creech caucasian stonecrop
Phedimus spurius 'John Creech'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Sizeup to 3 inches tall3 to 12 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn, winter
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'John Creech' caucasian stonecrop (Phedimus spurius 'John Creech') is a succulent for borders, containers, and ground cover. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to average, sandy or loamy soil. Deer and rabbits tend to browse other plants first. It stays evergreen and tolerates drought, so it needs little care. Pink flowers attract butterflies.
Pairs well with Blue grama, Gladiator ornamental onion, and Hummelo betony.