Sedum kamtschaticum 'Sweet and Sour'

Scientific Name: Phedimus kamtschaticus 'Sweet and Sour'

Also Known As

Sweet n Sour Stonecrop
White-tip Kamtschatka Stonecrop

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

H: 2"-6"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Sedum kamtschaticum 'Sweet and Sour' plant details

Sedum kamtschaticum 'Sweet and Sour' is a semi-evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum kamtschaticum 'Sweet and Sour'

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, rock garden, roof garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum kamtschaticum 'Sweet and Sour'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Phedimus kamtschaticus is one of the most popular and easy to grow groundcover sedums. 'Sweet n Sour' emerges with ghostly white foliage that slowly turns more green as it ages. Yellow flowers in early summer. Great when used as a groundcover with other perennials. Try it with Koeleria glauca 'Coolio' and Polemonium 'Heaven Scent'.