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x Cremnosedum 'Little Gem'

Also Known As

Cremnosedum 'Little Gem'
Sedum x cremnophila 'Little Gem'
Little Gem Stonecrop

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

H: 1"-3"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

10a-12

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x Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' plant details

x Cremnosedum 'Little Gem' is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and winter yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade 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 pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF x Cremnosedum 'Little Gem'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 1 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and winter
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, rock garden, roof garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for x Cremnosedum 'Little Gem'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, pollution
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sedum ‘Little Gem’ features small, green to bronze rosettes with red stems. As with most succulents, the leaf color is most pronounced when the plant is under environmental stress. Major stress factors include prolonged sun exposure and cooler temperatures. Displays small, yellow, star-shaped flowers in summer.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Actually this intergeneric cross of Cremnophila and Sedum should be classified as x Cremnosedum, but for ease of search we have it listed as we do. 'Little Gem' is the perfect little succulent to tuck into planters and vertical gardens, with it's fine textured bronze green foliage. In winter and early spring, it bears 4" stems terminating with clusters of yellow flowers. Spreads modestly and makes a great filler plant. Shipping 4" pots.