Sedum makinoi 'Salsa Verde'

Also Known As

Salsa Verde Japanese Stonecrop

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

planting zones

7a-10b

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Sedum makinoi 'Salsa Verde' plant details

Sedum makinoi 'Salsa Verde' is a semi-evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with burgundy and green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects 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 makinoi 'Salsa Verde'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen burgundy and green

Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, rock garden, roof garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum makinoi 'Salsa Verde'

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

Low mounding, deciduous perennial with flattened rosettes of glossy green, succulent foliage. Sedums grow best in well-drained, gravelly soil that is not wet in winter. Drought tolerant. Requires little water once established.