Sedum spurium 'Fool's Gold' (v)
A low-growing, evergreen succulent perennial with rosettes of rounded green leaves with variegated broad cream margins and pink wavy edges on pinkish-red stems. Pink flowers appear from spring to summer. Ideal for the front of a border
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Pink Red | Pink | Cream Green Pink Variegated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink Red | Pink | Cream Green Pink Variegated | |
| Autumn | Pink Red | Cream Green Pink Variegated | ||
| Winter | Pink Red | Cream Green Pink Variegated |
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
Accepted
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
- Garden edging
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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