Roseroot Stonecrop
Rhodiola rosea
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
low
Size
4"–12" H × 4"–8" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
ME, NC, NY, PA and 1 more states
Pollinators
bees, flies
Roseroot stonecrop is a compact, drought-tolerant succulent that forms neat mounds of thick, blue-green leaves. It produces clusters of small yellow or pink flowers from May through July, followed by attractive seed heads that persist into fall.
In an HOA neighborhood
Roseroot Stonecrop takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
Wildlife value
The flowers attract bees and beneficial flies during the spring and early summer blooming period. Its succulent nature provides habitat for small invertebrates.
Common questions
- How much sun does Roseroot Stonecrop need?
- Roseroot Stonecrop grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Roseroot Stonecrop bloom?
- Roseroot Stonecrop blooms in May, June, and July.
- Where is Roseroot Stonecrop native?
- Roseroot Stonecrop (Rhodiola rosea) is native to ME, NC, NY, PA and 1 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Roseroot Stonecrop attract?
- Roseroot Stonecrop draws bees and flies.
- Is Roseroot Stonecrop HOA-friendly?
- Roseroot Stonecrop takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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