Sedum palmeri [hardy selection]

Also Known As

Mexican Sedum
Palmer's Sedum

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

7a-10b

Sedum palmeri [hardy selection] plant details

Sedum palmeri [hardy selection] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In spring orange and yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum palmeri [hardy selection]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: alpine, container plant, easy-to-grow, hell strip, houseplant, rock garden, roof garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum palmeri [hardy selection]

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A sprawling Mexican sedum, collected at 10,000 ft in elevation, with startling orange-yellow flowers in early spring and attractive rosettes of blue-green leaves throughout the year. Forms patches to 6" tall x 12" wide. Easy in full sun with good drainage and some to little summer water once established. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7. Drapes nicely over the sides of containers.