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Sedum praealtum

Also Known As

  • Sedum dendroideum subsp. praealtum

Plant type

shrub, cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 1'-3'
  • W: 1'-4'

planting zones

  • 9a-12

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Sedum praealtum plant details

Sedum praealtum is an evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with bronze and chartreuse foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum praealtum

Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze and chartreuse
Mature size: 1 FT - 4 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, rock garden, roof garden, xeric, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum praealtum

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Sedum praealtum plant

How to Grow Sedum praealtum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Foliage Color

    • bronze
    • chartreuse
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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