Broadleaf Stonecrop

Broadleaf stonecrop is a small, rosette-forming succulent native to rocky slopes, cliffs, and coastal bluffs of western North America. Its fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves are often covered in a waxy, bluish-gray coating and may take on red or purple tones in response to sun or drought stress. In late spring to summer, it sends up short stalks topped with clusters of bright yellow, star-shaped flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. Ecologically, broadleaf stonecrop is well adapted to thin, well-drained soils and harsh, exposed habitats, where it stabilizes rocky substrates and adds vibrant seasonal color to coastal and alpine plant communities. It does well in rock gardens, planters, and green roofs where it will spill elegantly over the edge.