Product Info
Description
🌿 Sedum hispanicum var. 'Minus' Tiny Buttons Stonecrop
Looking for a low-growing succulent that adds beautiful texture to your outdoor space? Sedum hispanicum var. 'Minus', commonly known as Tiny Buttons Stonecrop, is a compact groundcover succulent admired for its blue-grey foliage and subtle pink-tipped growth.
Its small, closely arranged leaves form attractive, low-growing mounds that bring a soft, colorful appearance to rock gardens, garden edges, and landscape spaces. During summer, this sedum produces delicate pink-white flowers that add another layer of seasonal interest.
Growing approximately 2 inches tall and spreading around 4–8 inches wide, Tiny Buttons Stonecrop is a useful choice for gardeners looking for a compact plant that can fill small spaces without becoming overly tall. Its drought-tolerant nature also makes it suitable for sunny gardens and water-wise landscape designs.
Whether used between rocks, along garden borders, or in succulent arrangements, this distinctive sedum brings a natural, textured look to outdoor planting areas.
Common Name
- Tiny Buttons Stonecrop
- Sedum hispanicum var. 'Minus'
- Minus Stonecrop
- Dwarf Stonecrop
✅ Key Features
🌿 Blue-Grey Foliage: Compact leaves with attractive pink tips create a distinctive color combination and add texture to garden spaces.
🌸 Summer Flowers: Small pink-white flowers provide delicate seasonal color during the summer months.
🌱 Low-Growing Growth Habit: Reaches approximately 2 inches in height, making it suitable for low-profile garden displays and groundcover planting.
☀️ Drought-Tolerant Succulent: Handles dry conditions once established and is a practical option for water-wise landscapes.
🪨 Ideal for Rock Gardens: Works beautifully in rock gardens, gravel gardens, stone pathways, and decorative landscape arrangements.
🌼 Compact Spreading Form: Spreads approximately 4–8 inches wide, helping create small, attractive patches of succulent foliage.
Growing Zones: 3-9

Plant Details
| USDA Hardiness Zones | 3–9 |
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Plant Type | Live Perennial Succulent |
| Product Type | Groundcover Succulent |
| Mature Height | Approximately 2 inches |
| Mature Width | Approximately 4–8 inches |
| Foliage Color | Blue-Grey with Pink Tips |
| Flower Color | Pink-White |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Water Needs | Low once established |
| Soil Preference | Well-Drained Soil |
| Container Size | 4.5-inch |
| Available Pack | 10 Count Flat |
Planting & Care – Tiny Buttons Stonecrop
🌱Planting
Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Prepare the planting area by loosening the soil and removing weeds or debris. Place the plant at the same depth as it was growing in its container, backfill gently, and water after planting.
Allow enough room for the plant to spread as it grows. Avoid areas where water collects around the roots.
💧Watering
Water regularly while the plant is becoming established. Once established, this drought-tolerant succulent needs less frequent watering. Allow the soil to dry between watering sessions and avoid keeping the roots consistently wet.
☀️Sunlight
Plant in full sun for healthy growth and attractive foliage color. A location receiving several hours of direct sunlight is ideal.
🌾Soil & Fertilizer
Tiny Buttons Stonecrop grows best in well-drained, sandy, gritty, or rocky soil that prevents excess moisture around the roots. It generally requires little fertilizer, but a light application of balanced fertilizer during the growing season can support healthy growth. Avoid heavy feeding and waterlogged soil.
✂️Pruning & Maintenance
Remove damaged or unwanted growth when necessary to maintain a neat appearance. Keep surrounding weeds under control while the plant establishes. Good drainage and careful watering are important for long-term growth.
FAQ's
1. What is Sedum hispanicum var. 'Minus'?
Sedum hispanicum var. 'Minus', also known as Tiny Buttons Stonecrop, is a low-growing succulent featuring compact blue-grey foliage with pink tips and small pink-white summer flowers.
2. How tall does Tiny Buttons Stonecrop grow?
This compact sedum typically grows around 2 inches tall and spreads approximately 4–8 inches wide.
3. Is Tiny Buttons Stonecrop drought tolerant?
Yes. It is a drought-tolerant succulent that requires less frequent watering once established. Well-drained soil is important for healthy growth.
4. How much sunlight does this sedum need?
Tiny Buttons Stonecrop grows best in full sun, where it can receive several hours of direct sunlight.
5. What color are the leaves?
Its foliage is blue-grey with delicate pink tips, creating a distinctive appearance in succulent and rock garden displays.
6. Does Sedum hispanicum var. 'Minus' produce flowers?
Yes. It produces small pink-white flowers during the summer season.
7. Can Tiny Buttons Stonecrop be used as groundcover?
Yes. Its low-growing habit and 4–8-inch mature spread make it suitable for small groundcover areas, rock gardens, and garden edges.
8. What USDA growing zones are suitable for this plant?
The supplier lists Tiny Buttons Stonecrop for USDA Hardiness Zones 3–9.
9. What type of soil does Tiny Buttons Stonecrop prefer?
It prefers well-drained soil. Sandy or rocky soil conditions are suitable, while consistently wet soil should be avoided.
10. What size container is available?
The supplier listing identifies a 4.5-inch container and a 10 Count Flat option. Check the Pixies Gardens product page for current availability and purchasing options.
Customer Service
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2024 Mcdaniel Mill Road Conyers GA 30094
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