Orange Stonecrop

Sedum Nussbaumerianum

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Overview

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum nussbaumerianum) thrives in USDA zones 9-11 and is a striking, evergreen perennial succulent. It features fleshy, pointed leaves that transition from green to copper-orange under full sun. This low-growing plant reaches a height of 8 inches with a spread of up to 24 inches, making it perfect for rock gardens, ground covers, or container displays. It blooms petite, star-shaped white flowers in late winter to early spring.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 9–10Climate Mediterranean

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — allowing it to form attractive clumps

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — commonly known as Orange Stonecrop

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — orange-coral foliage that adds a splash of warm color to any garden design

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — This evergreen perennial is part of the Crassulaceae family and is native to Mexico

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — pointed leaves are arranged in rosettes

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — allowing it to form attractive clumps

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — Orange Stonecrop (Sedum nussbaumerianum) thrives in USDA zones 9-11 and is a striking

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Crassulaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — It blooms petite, star-shaped white flowers in late winter to early spring

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — commonly known as Orange Stonecrop

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — orange-coral foliage that adds a splash of warm color to any garden design

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — This evergreen perennial is part of the Crassulaceae family and is native to Mexico

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — pointed leaves are arranged in rosettes

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — allowing it to form attractive clumps

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — Orange Stonecrop (Sedum nussbaumerianum) thrives in USDA zones 9-11 and is a striking

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — evergreen perennial succulent

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — It features fleshy, pointed leaves that transition from green to copper-orange under full sun

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — This low-growing plant reaches a height of 8 inches with a spread of up to 24 inches

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — making it perfect for rock gardens

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — transitioning from green to bright orange

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — It is highly drought-tolerant once established, requiring minimal watering

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — Sedum nussbaumerianum is hardy in USDA zones 9 to 11 and does well in rock gardens

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — it is excellent for container planting

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — where its trailing habit can be showcased.<br><br>When incorporating Orange Stonecrop in landscape designs

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — which intensify in hue when exposed to full sun

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — it produces clusters of small white to pale yellow star-shaped flowers on upright stems

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — It is also valuable for its ability to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — Orange Stonecrop (Sedum nussbaumerianum) thrives in USDA zones 9-11 and is a striking; this low-growing plant

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — ground cover / succulent for full or half

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — ground cover / succulent with red and yellow blooms

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — red and yellow flowers in the garden

Orange Stonecrop (Sedum Nussbaumerianum) — position it amongst other succulents with contrasting forms and colors to create a dynamic visual composition

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