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Petrosedum forsterianum ssp. elegans
Also Known As
- Sedum forsterianum ssp. elegans
Plant type
cactus / succulent, groundcover
size
- H: 3"-6"
- W: 12"-60"
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Petrosedum forsterianum ssp. elegans plant details
Petrosedum forsterianum ssp. elegans is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous 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. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Petrosedum forsterianum ssp. elegans
- Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
- Plant family: crassulaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 12 IN - 60 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, rock garden, roof garden, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Petrosedum forsterianum ssp. elegans
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cistus Nursery
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Gardening facts about Petrosedum forsterianum ssp. elegans plant
How to Grow Petrosedum forsterianum ssp. elegans
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 4"-10"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
3a-11
Size
Height: 3"-5"
Width: 3'-18"
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-10"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Petrosedum rupestre
aka Sedum reflexum
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 8"-15"
Width: 12"-20"
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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