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Three-Leaved Stonecrop

Sedum Ternatum

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Overview

The Three-leaved Stonecrop, Sedum ternatum, is a North American native perennial groundcover with a spread of 6-12 inches and a height of 3-6 inches. It thrives in partial shade and tolerates moist conditions. In spring, its white star-shaped flowers attract pollinators, while its succulent, whorled leaves provide year-round interest. Ideal for rock gardens or woodlands, it's hardy, low-maintenance, and spreads easily to form a lush carpet. USDA zones 4-8.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 3–9Type Ground cover, Perennial
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — is a North American native perennial groundcover with a spread of 6-12 inches and a height of 3-6 inches, image 49

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Crassulaceae

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Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — ground cover / perennial for full; thus contributing to the local ecosystem's health
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — or even as a border edging; scientifically known as Sedum ternatum
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — its white star-shaped flowers attract pollinators; making it a practical option for areas where wildlife may
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — This low-maintenance plant is also deer-resistant
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — Ideal for rock gardens or woodlands, it's hardy, low-maintenance, and spreads easily to form a lush carpet
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — It thrives in partial shade and tolerates moist conditions; while its width can extend 12 to 18 inches, image 50
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — low-growing perennial ideally suited for adding texture and delicate appeal to your garden; white flowers in the
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — During late spring to early summer; showing resilience in various climatic conditions.<br><br>Featuring whorls of
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — is a North American native perennial groundcover with a spread of 6-12 inches and a height of 3-6 inches
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — this groundcover thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8; ideal for rock gardens or woodlands, it's hardy
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — this stonecrop variety bursts into bloom with clusters of dainty
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — Sedum ternatum is a versatile choice for shaded rock gardens; ground cover / perennial with white blooms
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — showing resilience in various climatic conditions.<br><br>Featuring whorls of three succulent; during late spring to
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — It thrives in partial shade and tolerates moist conditions
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — ground cover / perennial with white blooms
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — thus contributing to the local ecosystem's health
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — Sedum ternatum spreads gently to form lush mats that reach up to 6 inches in height; its ecological value is notable
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — white flowers in the garden
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — ground cover / perennial for full
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — while its width can extend 12 to 18 inches
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — or even as a border edging
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — white flowers in the garden; low-growing perennial ideally suited for adding texture and delicate appeal to your
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — while its width can extend 12 to 18 inches; it thrives in partial shade and tolerates moist conditions
Three-Leaved Stonecrop (Sedum Ternatum) — Sedum ternatum is a versatile choice for shaded rock gardens
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