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Sedum sarmentosum
Also Known As
- Stringy Stonecrop
Plant type
cactus / succulent, groundcover
size
- H: 4"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Sedum sarmentosum plant details
Sedum sarmentosum is a semi-evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. 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 well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum sarmentosum
- Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
- Plant family: crassulaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 4 IN tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, edging plant, rock garden, roof garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum sarmentosum
- USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: well-drained
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How to Grow Sedum sarmentosum
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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Plant Type
Perennial, Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 24"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Sedum forsterianum ssp. elegans
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 3"-6"
Width: 12"-60"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Nerds Stonecrop
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 1"-3"
Width: 12"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Sedum 'Conga Line'
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
4a-10a
Size
Height: 16"
Width: 12"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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