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Spathe Leaved Sedum

Sedum Spathulifolium

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Overview

Sedum spathulifolium, commonly called Spathe Leaved Sedum, is a robust evergreen groundcover with spoon-shaped leaves. The rosettes are a striking silvery-gray, growing to 1 inch tall with a 1-foot spread. It boasts starry yellow blooms in early summer. Preferring well-drained soil, it thrives in USDA zones 5-10, in rock gardens or along borders. Drought tolerant once established, it requires minimal maintenance, perfect for low-water landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 5–10Climate Arid, Mediterranean
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — commonly called Spathe Leaved Sedum
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — is a robust evergreen groundcover with spoon-shaped leavesSpathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — The rosettes are a striking silvery-gray, growing to 1 inch tall with a 1-foot spreadSpathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — Preferring well-drained soil, it thrives in USDA zones 5-10, in rock gardens or along bordersSpathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — It boasts starry yellow blooms in early summerSpathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — commonly referred to as the Spathe Leaved Sedum or Broadleaf StonecropSpathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — Drought tolerant once established, it requires minimal maintenance, perfect for low-water landscapes+32

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Mature height
2–3 Inches
Mature width
1–2 Ft.

Classification

Family
Crassulaceae
Climate
Arid, Mediterranean

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Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — commonly called Spathe Leaved Sedum
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — is a robust evergreen groundcover with spoon-shaped leaves
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — The rosettes are a striking silvery-gray, growing to 1 inch tall with a 1-foot spread
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — Preferring well-drained soil, it thrives in USDA zones 5-10, in rock gardens or along borders
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — It boasts starry yellow blooms in early summer
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — commonly referred to as the Spathe Leaved Sedum or Broadleaf Stonecrop
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — Drought tolerant once established, it requires minimal maintenance, perfect for low-water landscapes
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — is a captivating succulent that brings both texture and low-water elegance to a garden landscape
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — This North American native is remarkably versatile
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — thriving in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9 and favoring full sun to partial shade exposure
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — <br><br>The plant features rosettes of spoon-shaped leaves
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — making Spathe Leaved Sedum an excellent choice for rock gardens
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — These rosettes spread out to cover ground expansively
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — low-profile layer in the garden
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — <br><br>With a height of 3 to 6 inches and a spread of 6 to 18 inches
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — or as a drought-tolerant ground cover
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — sunny yellow flowers on tall stems that rise above the foliage
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — Sedum spathulifolium produces clusters of star-shaped
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — When late spring to early summer arrives
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — When explaining the Spathe Leaved Sedum to the client
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — one might emphasize its striking foliage
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — proving it to be an ideal candidate for xeriscaping and low maintenance garden designs
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — requiring well-draining soil and only occasional watering once established
Spathe Leaved Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium) — attracting pollinators such as butterflies and bees.<br><br>Care for this plant is minimal

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