Sedum spathulifolium 'Carneum'
A vigorous, low-growing evergreen perennial succulent with rosettes of powdery blue-green foliage. Leaves develop vivid purple red tints from midsummer through to autumn during very cold or very hot weather, beginning with the outer leaves and spreading to the whole plant. Clusters of golden-yellow flowers appear in spring to summer. An ideal variety for pots and containers or rock gardens, but needs plenty of room to spread and may smother more delicate plants if not kept in check
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Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cmTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Gold Yellow | Blue Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Gold Yellow | Blue Green Purple Red | ||
| Autumn | Blue Green Purple Red | |||
| Winter | Blue Green Purple Red |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Crassulaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- 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
Unresolved
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained, alkaline to neutral soil in full sun. See hardy cacti and succulent cultivation for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by stem cuttings in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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