Sedum reptans

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

H: 3"-4"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

8b-11

Sedum reptans plant details

Sedum reptans is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum reptans

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 3 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, rock garden, roof garden, rosette-forming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum reptans

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Evergreen succulent from Mexico with slender leaves, yellow-green to darker green, in small rosettes to only a few inches tall but spreading as branches touch the ground and root. Leaves take on red tints in summer sun and darker red color in winter. A bold textured groundcover for sun to part shade and little summer water once established. Not as frost hardy as some, taking temperatures in the upper teens °F, upper USDA zone 8.