Sedums, also known as stonecrops, are commonly used in gardening and landscaping due to their beautiful foliage and low maintenance requirements. One concern that many people have about sedums is their invasiveness. However, it is important to note that sedums are not considered invasive plants.
Invasive plants are those that aggressively spread and outcompete native plants, causing harm to the ecosystem. While sedums are rapid spreaders, they do not pose a threat to native plants. They are not known to invade natural areas or outcompete other plants for resources.
One of the reasons why sedums are not invasive is because they have shallow roots. This makes them easy to lift and move if needed. Unlike plants with deep and extensive root systems, sedums do not establish themselves firmly in the ground, making them less likely to spread uncontrollably.
Another factor that contributes to the non-invasiveness of sedums is their propagation. Sedums can be easily propagated through stem cuttings or divisions. This means that if you find a sedum plant that you particularly like, you can simply take a cutting or divide the plant to create new plants with the same qualities. This eliminates the need for sedums to spread through seeds, which may not always produce plants that are true to the parent plant.
While sedums may spread and fill in an area over time, they can be easily managed by regular pruning or dividing. This allows you to control the spread of the plants and maintain the desired appearance in your garden or landscape.
In my personal experience, I have found sedums to be quite well-behaved plants. I have grown various sedum varieties in my garden for several years, and they have never become invasive or overgrown. They have added beauty and texture to my garden without causing any issues with other plants.
To summarize, sedums are not invasive plants. They spread quickly but can be easily controlled through regular pruning and dividing. Their shallow roots and ability to be propagated through cuttings or divisions also contribute to their non-invasiveness. Sedums are a great choice for adding beauty and low-maintenance greenery to your garden or landscape.
