The story behind our sixteen sedum types
They say variety is the spice of life, which is why so many people fall for the quiet charm of a living roof. Sedum is the secret behind that appeal. These resilient little plants cope with heat, frost, wind, and drought, making them perfectly suited to exposed rooftops.
When you choose a Greenrooftops sedum system, you bring together a carefully balanced mix of varieties grown from seed to suit UK conditions. Each sedum type adds its own colour, texture and character. Together they create a living roof that shifts gently through the seasons, supports bees and butterflies and adapts to your environment over time.
Some sedum plant types will naturally become more dominant depending on where you live. This is part of the life of a green roof and something to enjoy rather than manage.
Keep scrolling to discover the different sedum varieties in our Greenrooftops mix, all grown on our farm in the UK.
The different types of sedum included in our green roof trays
Our seed mix contains sixteen sedum types, chosen for resilience, colour and performance on UK roofs. Every tray includes the full mix, so you get a broad selection from day one and a natural balance over time.
However, it's worth noting that you won't always see every type at the same time. Over the years, the dominant sedum varieties on your roof may shift as they reseed naturally. This is normal and part of how a living roof evolves.
Hispanicum
Hispanicum creates soft, moss-like coverage with fine, compact growth in pale blue-green tones. This sedum type spreads naturally into gaps and adds gentle structure across the roof.
Octoberfest
Octoberfest grows in rich green shades that shift to warm, golden tones in autumn. The changing colours bring late-season interest and keep your roof looking lively.
Stoloniferum
Stoloniferum trails lightly across the surface in fresh green tones. The natural spread helps knit the roof together and soften any sharper edges.
Hybridum Czar's Gold
Hybridum Czar's Gold brightens the mix with golden foliage and star-shaped yellow flowers. Bold summer colour is its hallmark, adding warmth and vibrancy to the roof.
Album
Album produces neat white flowers and maintains steady, balanced growth. This dependable nature supports consistent coverage through dry spells and seasonal changes.
Spurium
Spurium develops deep green leaves with red tinges that intensify in bright light. Strong colour contrast from this type of sedum helps create definition across the mix.
Origanum
Origanum grows with soft green foliage and delicate flowers that attract pollinators. Subtle texture from this sedum enriches the mix without overpowering surrounding types.
Floriferum
Floriferum delivers abundant blooms and remains reliable year after year. A fuller floral layer emerges in warmer months, lifting the whole look of your roof.
Acre
Acre stands out as one of the toughest sedums, with vivid green foliage that turns yellow before bright summer flowering. This resilience makes it ideal for harsher rooftop spots.
Reflexum
Reflexum features upright, needle-like foliage that adds height and definition. A clear architectural shape gives the mix visual interest and contrast.
Montana Orientale
Montana Orientale grows compact and tidy, holding its colour well in tougher conditions. Consistent performance in challenging areas makes it a valuable part of the mix.
Pulchellum
Pulchellum forms low, soft coverage with gently pink-toned flowers. A smooth, cohesive look develops as this sedum blends transitions between stronger varieties.
Ellacombianum
Ellacombianum brightens the mix with cheerful yellow flowers and rounded leaves. Pollinators frequently visit this reliable variety, adding more life to your roof.
Sexangulare
Sexangulare forms dense, fine-textured mats of bright green foliage. Even coverage is a key strength, giving your roof a tidy, unified layer.
Selskianum ‘Goldilocks’
Selskianum ‘Goldilocks’ brings warm golden tones and lively summer flowering. This spirited variety balances deeper greens and adds cheerful highlights.
Montanum
Montanum grows with a hardy, alpine-like character and strong drought tolerance. Long-term resilience makes it particularly suited to exposed, demanding locations.
Discover more about our sedum types
If you want to understand how these sedum types behave over time or need guidance on caring for your roof, we are here to help.