Sedum cauticola ‘Lidakense’ (Cliff Stonecrop)
Cliff Stonecrop 'Lidakense', Cliff Dwelling Stonecrop 'Lidakense', Hylotelephium cauticola 'Lidakense'
One of the best sedums for containers, Sedum cauticola ‘Lidakense’ (Cliff Stonecrop) is a low growing, carpet-forming, succulent perennial with trailing to slightly ascending stems bearing rounded, pink-tinged gray-green leaves. In late summer and early fall, clusters of ruby colored, star-shaped flowers look handsome against the gray foliage. Native to Japan, Sedum cauticola spreads by underground stolons, slowly forming spreading mats. It is the perfect sedum to tuck into a rockery or other small spaces in the garden. It is also wonderful in containers where the foliage and flowers can be enjoyed throughout the season.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Grows up to 2-3 in. tall (5-7 cm) and 8-12 in. wide (20-30 cm).
- Performs best in full sun in poor to moderately fertile, alkaline to neutral, dry to moist, well-drained soils.
- Perfect for beds and borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, containers, edging or as a groundcover.
- No serious pest or disease issues. Keep an eye out for slugs, snails, vine weevil or root rot.
- Low maintenance, this Sedum forgives neglect!
- Trim back after flowering to maintain shape.
- Propagate by seed or softwood cuttings of non-flowering stems.
- Sedum cauticola is native to Japan.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
4 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Cactus & Succulents, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Sedum |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
2" - 3" (10cm - 10cm) |
| Spread |
8" - 1' (20cm - 30cm) |
| Spacing |
8" - 12" (20cm - 30cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
4 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Cactus & Succulents, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Sedum |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
2" - 3" (10cm - 10cm) |
| Spread |
8" - 1' (20cm - 30cm) |
| Spacing |
8" - 12" (20cm - 30cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
