Sedum album

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Sedum album

Carpet Stonecrop

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Description

Acknowledged worldwide as the best of all sedums. Long lasting umbrella-like flower heads grow from sturdy, rosy pink stems. Serve as excellent cut flowers as well as accessories to beds and borders.

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Pink, Purple, Red

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cascade, Container, Mass Planting, Hanging Baskets

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.

Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.