Sedum spurium 'Elizabeth'
Scientific Name: Phedimus spurius 'Elizabeth'
Also Known As
- Sedum Red Carpet
Plant type
cactus / succulent, groundcover
size
- H: 3"-6"
- W: 12"-36"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Sedum spurium 'Elizabeth' plant details
Sedum spurium 'Elizabeth' is an evergreen or semi-evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with red foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Features glossy 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. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum spurium 'Elizabeth'
- Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
- Plant family: crassulaceae
- Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen red
- Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in summer
- Uses: compact, container plant, easy-to-grow, edging plant, rock garden, roof garden, showy, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum spurium 'Elizabeth'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Gardening facts about Sedum spurium 'Elizabeth' plant
How to Grow Sedum spurium 'Elizabeth'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- red
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 1"-2"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - bright shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Phedimus kamtschaticus
aka Orange Stonecrop
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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aka Caucasian Stonecrop, Rockress, Two-row Stonecrop
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 2"-6"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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aka Purpurteppich Two-row Stonecrop
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 2"-4"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
6b-9b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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