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Chinese Sedum

Sedum Tetractinum

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Overview

Chinese Sedum (Sedum tetractinum) is a fast-spreading perennial, known for its round, coin-like leaves that grow in spirals. This succulent reaches heights of 3-6 inches and spreads up to 12 inches wide. Ideal for ground cover, it flourishes in USDA zones 5 to 9, thriving in full sun to part shade. In summer, it bears yellow star-shaped flowers, adding a splash of color to rock gardens or green roofs.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 4–8Type Ground cover, SucculentClimate Temperate
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — <br><br>When explaining to clients
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — ground cover / succulent with red and white and yellow bloomsChinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — resilient addition to any garden spaceChinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — scientifically named Sedum tetractinumChinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — combating soil erosion with its dense mat-forming growth habitChinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — Chinese Sedum (Sedum tetractinum) is a fast-spreading perennialChinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — ground cover / succulent for full or half+32

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Succulent
Family
Crassulaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — <br><br>When explaining to clients
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — ground cover / succulent with red and white and yellow blooms
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — resilient addition to any garden space
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — scientifically named Sedum tetractinum
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — combating soil erosion with its dense mat-forming growth habit
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — Chinese Sedum (Sedum tetractinum) is a fast-spreading perennial
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — ground cover / succulent for full or half
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — This succulent reaches heights of 3-6 inches and spreads up to 12 inches wide
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — In summer, it bears yellow star-shaped flowers, adding a splash of color to rock gardens or green roofs
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — creating a lush carpet of vibrant green with hues that can turn to a bronze tint in full sunlight
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — It requires minimal upkeep, thriving in well-draining soil and preferring full to partial sun exposure
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — Ideal for ground cover, it flourishes in USDA zones 5 to 9, thriving in full sun to part shade
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — offering a dynamic visual throughout the seasons
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — Chinese Sedum (Sedum tetractinum) is a fast-spreading perennial; ideal for ground cover, it flourishes in USDA zones 5 to
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — In summer, it bears yellow star-shaped flowers, adding a splash of color to rock gardens or green roofs; ideal for ground
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — red and white and yellow flowers in the garden
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — coin-like leaves that grow in spirals
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — <br><br>Sedum tetractinum typically reaches a modest height of about 3 to 6 inches
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — asking for little but giving much in return
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — is a versatile and attractive groundcover that brings a touch of resilience and color to any landscape design; it's also
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — making it an excellent choice for filling gaps between stones in a pathway or cascading over retaining walls
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — This succulent reaches heights of 3-6 inches and spreads up to 12 inches wide; it's also fairly drought-tolerant once
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — scientifically named Sedum tetractinum; offering a dynamic visual throughout the seasons
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — handling USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9 with ease
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