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Sedum hispanicum 'Aureum'

Also Known As

  • Sedum hispanicum var. minus 'Aurea'
  • Aurea Spanish Stonecrop
  • Tiny Buttons Sedum

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

  • H: 2"-3"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Sedum hispanicum 'Aureum' plant details

Sedum hispanicum 'Aureum' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with chartreuse foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees and butterflies 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, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum hispanicum 'Aureum'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse
Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 2 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: compact, container plant, easy-to-grow, rock garden, roof garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum hispanicum 'Aureum'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Mounds of tiny fleshy buttons of chartreuse yellow foliage growing to 2-3" tall. Pale pink flowers in spring to early summer. Hardy zone 4. Likes sun

Gardening facts about Sedum hispanicum 'Aureum' plant

How to Grow Sedum hispanicum 'Aureum'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • chartreuse
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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