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Sedum forsterianum ssp. elegans 'Silver Stone'
Scientific Name: Petrosedum forsterianum ssp. elegans 'Silver Stone'
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6"-10"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 4a-10b
Sedum forsterianum ssp. elegans 'Silver Stone' plant details
Sedum forsterianum ssp. elegans 'Silver Stone' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in clay, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum forsterianum ssp. elegans 'Silver Stone'
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: crassulaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, rock garden, roof garden, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum forsterianum ssp. elegans 'Silver Stone'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: clay, gritty and well-drained
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How to Grow Sedum forsterianum ssp. elegans 'Silver Stone'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Scientific Name: Petrosedum rupestre 'Angelina'
aka Sedum 'Angelina Gold', Sedum reflexum 'Angelina'
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 3"-6"
Width: 12"-72"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Sedum forsterianum ssp. elegans
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 3"-6"
Width: 12"-60"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Petrosedum rupestre
aka Sedum reflexum
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 8"-15"
Width: 12"-20"
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Petrosedum sediforme
aka Sedum altissimum, Sedum nicaeense, Sedum sediforme 'Boney', Sedum sediforme 'Turquoise Tails', Sedum sediforme nicaeensis, Pale Stonecrop, Turquoise Tails Stonecrop
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
5a-11
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Petrosedum rupestre 'Blue Spruce'
aka Sedum pinifolium, Sedum pruniatum, Sedum reflexum, Sedum reflexum 'Blue Spruce', Blue Spruce Spruce Stonecrop, Crooked Yellow Sedum, Jenny's Stonecrop, Prickmadam, Spruce-leaved Stonecrop, Stone Orpine
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
3a-11
Size
Height: 3"-5"
Width: 3'-18"
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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