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Sedum grisebachii

Plant type

perennial, cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

  • H: 1"-3"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 6a-8b

Sedum grisebachii plant details

Sedum grisebachii is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum grisebachii

Plant type: perennial groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 1 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, rock garden, roof garden, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum grisebachii

USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A tiny plant with a distinctive translucent bump at the end of each leaf. The silvery foliage which at first reminds you of an encrusted Saxifraga, turns a deep red in late summer, with striking yellow flowers.

Gardening facts about Sedum grisebachii plant

How to Grow Sedum grisebachii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 3'-5'

Width: 2'-5'

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
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  • dry when dormant
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 6"-12"

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  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover

Zones

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Size

Height: 2"-4"

Width: 12"-24"

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  • regular - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 3'-4'

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
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