Sedum Bertram Anderson

Common Name:
Stonecrop ‘Bertram Anderson’

Description:
Sedum ‘Bertram Anderson’ is a hardy, low-growing succulent perennial valued for its striking bronze-purple foliage and clusters of rich rosy-pink flowers that appear from late summer into autumn. This compact groundcover forms neat spreading mats of fleshy leaves that deepen in colour during cooler weather, providing year-round ornamental interest. The star-shaped flowers rise just above the foliage and are highly attractive to bees and pollinators. Exceptionally drought tolerant once established, ‘Bertram Anderson’ is perfectly suited to Melbourne’s dry summers and thrives in sunny positions with well-drained soil. Ideal for rockeries, borders, green roofs, retaining walls, and containers, this easy-care Sedum adds texture and colour contrast to both contemporary and cottage-style gardens. Its compact habit and resilience make it an excellent option for low-maintenance landscapes and waterwise planting schemes.

Form:
• Ground Cover
• Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:
• Height: 15–25 cm
• Width: 40–60 cm

Aspect:
• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:
• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:
• Rosy pink
• Deep pink-red

Key Attributes:
• Bee Attracting
• Drought Tolerant
• Herbaceous
• Perennial
• Suitable for Coastal Gardens
• Suitable for Green Roofs
• Suitable for Pots
• Suitable for Rockeries
• Suitable for Sloped Gardens
• Waterwise Planting
• Attractive Foliage Contrast

Toxicity:
Generally considered non-toxic to humans, dogs, and cats when grown under normal garden conditions.

Companion Plants:
• Sempervivum
• Echeveria
• Dianthus
• Lavender
• Delosperma
• Festuca glauca
• Thyme
• Erigeron