Sedum obtusatum ssp. paradisum

Also Known As

Sedum obtusatum var. paradisum

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

H: 6"
W: 6"

planting zones

7b-9b

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Sedum obtusatum ssp. paradisum plant details

Sedum obtusatum ssp. paradisum is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum obtusatum ssp. paradisum

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: alpine, container plant, easy-to-grow, hell strip, rock garden, roof garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum obtusatum ssp. paradisum

USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Canyon Creek Stonecrop. A fairly rare Sedum from northern California growing in in open Pine forests and chaparral. These are grown from a collection by Ron Ratko. Clusters of creamy yellow flowers in late spring. Great little rockery or nook and cranny plant.