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Sedum oregonense 'McKenzie River'

Also Known As

  • Sedum oregonense [McKenzie River Form]

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

  • H: 1"-3"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 5a-10b

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Sedum oregonense 'McKenzie River' plant details

Sedum oregonense 'McKenzie River' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with blue, green and white foliage. In spring and summer 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. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum oregonense 'McKenzie River'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, green and white
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 1 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, edging plant, rock garden, roof garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum oregonense 'McKenzie River'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A very nice form from the McKenzie River Pass in Oregon which has leaves that are much more glaucous - blue - than the type. Found in the wild growing in rocky crevices in full sun to part shade, this will do great in containers, rock gardens or green roofs. Yellow flowers.

Gardening facts about Sedum oregonense 'McKenzie River' plant

How to Grow Sedum oregonense 'McKenzie River'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • white
    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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