Buy Sedum tetractinum 'Little China'

Also Known As

Little China Coral Reef Sedum

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

H: 2"-3"
W: 24"-48"

planting zones

4a-9b

3.5" | $15

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Sedum tetractinum 'Little China' plant details

Sedum tetractinum 'Little China' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with burgundy, green and red foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum tetractinum 'Little China'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy, green and red
Mature size: 24 IN - 48 IN - wide, 2 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, rock garden, roof garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum tetractinum 'Little China'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low

Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Found this at Juniper Level Botanical Garden in North Carolina and HAD to bring it back! Vigorous evergreen ground cover 3”tall spreading to 24-30” wide; tight succulent green rosettes on trailing stems are topped with bright yellow flowers late spring into early summer. Foliage is imbued with burgundy in cool weather. Sun to part shade, average soil, water when dry, will lightly cascade.