Sedum nussbaumerianum
coppertone stonecrop
A tender, mound-forming, succulent, evergreen perennial, with fleshy leaves arranged around trailing, rooting stems. The foliage is green but takes on an orange tint in dry and bright conditions. In spring, domed clusters of small, starry white flowers are produced
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | White | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green Orange | |||
| Autumn | Green Orange | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Crassulaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Sedum may be annuals or herbaceous or evergreen perennials with succulent stems and leaves and clusters of small, star-shaped flowers in summer or autumn
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Under glass grow in standard cactus compost in full light with shade from hot sun. In growth, water freely and apply a half-strength, balanced liquid fertiliser every month. Water sparingly in winter. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation
Propagation
Propagate by softwoood cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Houseplants
- Patio and container plants
- Low Maintenance
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to mealybugs
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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