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Sedum pallidum 'Sea Stars'

Also Known As

  • Sedum bithynicum 'Sea Stars'
  • Sea Stars Sedum
  • Stonecrop
  • Turkish Sedum

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

  • H: 1"-3"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Sedum pallidum 'Sea Stars' plant details

Sedum pallidum 'Sea Stars' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees and butterflies 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 average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum pallidum 'Sea Stars'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 1 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, rock garden, roof garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum pallidum 'Sea Stars'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The blue-gray finely textured narrow succulent foliage quickly creates a dense, 1" high, softly textured mat. Flat clusters of tiny white star-shaped flowers are borne in summer. A durable semi-evergreen perennial that's excellent for sun-soaked gardens.

Gardening facts about Sedum pallidum 'Sea Stars' plant

How to Grow Sedum pallidum 'Sea Stars'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous

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