Spathe Leaved Sedum
Sedum Spathulifolium
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 5–10Type Ground cover, SucculentClimate Arid, Mediterranean
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 5–10
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 2–3 Inches
- Mature width
- 1–2 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Ground cover, Succulent
- Family
- Crassulaceae
- Climate
- Arid, Mediterranean
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