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Sedum anacampseros

Scientific Name: Hylotelephium anacampseros

Also Known As

Evergreen Orpine

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Sedum anacampseros plant details

Sedum anacampseros is a deciduous or semi-evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In summer purple 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, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum anacampseros

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: alpine, container plant, easy-to-grow, hell strip, rock garden, roof garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum anacampseros

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, pollution
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Zn 2. Low non-spreading clumps. Deciduous.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

This obscure form of Sedum (Hylotelephium) is native to southwestern Europe. Attractive rounded foliage surround the decmbent stems. Blooms are formed on the previous years growth, and rounded flowers clusters form to burst open with pale pink starry florets. Excellent selection for the top of a retaining wall or rockery with a morning sun exposure. 5-6" tall x 10-12" wide.

By: Avant Gardens

An unusual sedum with a great appearance. Low and spreading with rings of blue-gray succulent leaves. The rose-colored flowers are a nice added feature. 6in x 12in. Full sun. USDA zone 5.