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Sedum selskianum 'Goldilocks'

Scientific Name: Phedimus selskianus 'Goldilocks'

Also Known As

  • Goldilocks Stonecrop

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-8"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

Sedum selskianum 'Goldilocks' plant details

Sedum selskianum 'Goldilocks' is a broadleaf deciduous cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum selskianum 'Goldilocks'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, easy-to-grow, edging plant, rock garden, roof garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum selskianum 'Goldilocks'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Masses of bright yellow flowers in spring on these clump forming plants that grow to 8" tall. Fine hairs cover the entire plant.

Gardening facts about Sedum selskianum 'Goldilocks' plant

How to Grow Sedum selskianum 'Goldilocks'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Scientific Name: Phedimus middendorffianus

aka Sedum middendorfianum, Chinese Mountain Stonecrop

Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover

Zones

2a-9b

Size

Height: 4"-8"

Width: 10"-18"

  • sun - dappled shade
  • occasional - drought tolerant
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aka Phedimus takesimense

Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

6b-9b

Size

Height: 6"-12"

Width: 6"-12"

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
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Scientific Name: Phedimus litoralis

aka Phedimus littorale, Sedum littorale, Stonecrop

Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 18"-24"

Width: 12"-15"

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Scientific Name: Phedimus middendorfianus 'Striatum'

aka Middendorf Stonecrop, Striatus Stonecrop

Plant Type

Perennial, Cactus / Succulent

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 4"-6"

Width: 6"-18"

  • sun
  • low - drought tolerant
Photo of Sedum middendorffianum 'Striatum' foliage by Botanophilia
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Scientific Name: Phedimus sichotensis

Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 4"-4"

Width: 8"-12"

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
Photo of Sedum sichotense foliage by Intrinsic Perennial Gardens
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