Biting Stonecrop. A mat-forming alpine with stems densely clothed in yellow leaves. Star-shaped yellow-green flowers in summer. Max Height 5cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Sedum acre ‘Aureum’
A mat-forming alpine with stems densely clothed in yellow leaves. Star-shaped yellow-green flowers in summer.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Sedum |
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Species | acre |
Varietry | 'Aureum' |
Common Name | Biting Stonecrop |
Flower Colour | yellow, green |
Soil | Poor |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 5cm |
Family | Crassulaceae |
Spread | 60cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | yellow |
Flowers From | June, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Rock garden |
Toxicity | |
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Pruning Time | |
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