Sedum spurium ‘Tricolor’ (10)ct Flat

Description

Product Description

Sedum spurium ‘Tricolor’ a/k/a Variegatum Stonecrop Zones 4 to 8, Sun to filtered sun.3 to 4 inches tall and 12 to 15 inches wide.

Sedum spurium ‘Tricolor’ is a vibrant, mat-forming succulent that adds a splash of color to gardens and landscapes. Its variegated foliage and delicate pink flowers make it a popular choice for rock gardens, borders, and containers.

• Foliage: The small, fleshy leaves are the main attraction, displaying a captivating tricolor pattern. The leaves are green in the center with creamy white margins and a pink tinge, creating a beautiful contrast. The foliage color intensifies in cooler weather, adding to its appeal.
• Flowers: In summer, it produces clusters of small, star-shaped, pink flowers that rise above the foliage on short stems. The flowers attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.
• Growth Habit: It is a low-growing, spreading succulent that forms a dense mat, typically reaching 3-6 inches tall and spreading 12-18 inches wide. It spreads by creeping stems that root at the nodes, making it an effective groundcover.
• Hardiness: It is hardy in USDA zones 3-9, tolerating a wide range of temperatures and conditions.
• Low Maintenance: Once established, it is very low-maintenance and drought-tolerant.

Growing Conditions:

• Sunlight: It thrives in full sun but can tolerate some light shade, especially in hot climates.
• Soil: It prefers well-drained soil and tolerates poor, sandy, or rocky soils. It dislikes wet or poorly drained conditions.
• Moisture: It is drought-tolerant once established and prefers dry to medium moisture levels.

Uses in the Landscape:

• Groundcover: Its spreading habit makes it ideal for covering ground, suppressing weeds, and adding a splash of color.
• Rock Gardens: It thrives in the well-drained conditions of rock gardens, cascading over rocks and crevices.
• Borders and Edging: It provides a lovely contrast to other plants in borders and edges.
• Containers: It can be used in containers as a spiller or filler, adding texture and color.
• Green Roofs: Its drought tolerance makes it suitable for green roofs.

Additional Tips:

• Pruning: It can be pruned lightly to maintain its shape or control its spread.
• Propagation: It is easy to propagate by division or stem cuttings.
• Deer and Rabbit Resistance: It is generally deer and rabbit resistant.
• Overwatering: Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot.

Overall, Sedum spurium ‘Tricolor’ is a charming and versatile succulent that adds color, texture, and interest to gardens and landscapes. Its variegated foliage, delicate flowers, and low-maintenance nature make it a popular choice for gardeners seeking an easy-care plant that thrives in sunny, well-drained conditions.

Ten (10) plants in 4.5-inch containers per flat (or tray).

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