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    Scientific Name: Petrosedum rupestre 'Aureum'

    Also Known As

    • Sedum reflexum 'Aureum'

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 2"-3"
    • W: 12"-24"

    planting zones

    • 3a-11

    3 inch pot | $7.5

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    Sedum rupestre 'Aureum' plant details

    Sedum rupestre 'Aureum' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with gold and red foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. 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 average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum rupestre 'Aureum'

    Plant type: cactus / succulent
    Plant family: crassulaceae
    Foliage: evergreen gold and red
    Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 IN - 3 IN - tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
    Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, rock garden, roof garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum rupestre 'Aureum'

    USDA Zones: 3a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

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    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Mat forming perennial with tiny golden yellow needle like succulent leaves…foliage is burnished with copper red hues in hot and cold weather; 3” tall carpet spreading to about 2’ wide - full sun, well drained soil, moderate water. Gorgeous in rock gardens, near stepping stones walls and pots. Z3 3” pot

    By: Secret Garden Growers

    Gardening facts about Sedum rupestre 'Aureum' plant

    How to Grow Sedum rupestre 'Aureum'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • red
      • gold

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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