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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

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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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Stringy Stonecrop is an easy to grow succulent ground cover with tiny yellow flowers. Drought tolerant. Stringy Stonecrop will thrive where others won't.

Gardening facts about Sedum sarmentosum plant

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

Shrub, Cactus / Succulent

Zones

8b-10b

Size

Height: 3'-5'

Width: 2'-5'

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in winter
  • dry when dormant
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Scientific Name: Hylotelephium sieboldii

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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 6"-12"

Width: 6"-12"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry when dormant
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aka Sedum album 'Athoum', Athoum Sedum, Athoum White Stonecrop, White Stonecrop

Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover

Zones

5a-10b

Size

Height: 2"-4"

Width: 12"-24"

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover

Zones

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Size

Height: 6"-10"

Width: 15"-18"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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aka False Hens and Chicks, Stone Treecrop

Plant Type

Shrub, Cactus / Succulent

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 3'-4'

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
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