Orange Stonecrop, Russian Stonecrop, Kamschatca Stonecrop, Kamschatca Sedum, Phedimus kamtschaticus
Widely used both as a groundcover, Sedum kamtschaticum (Orange Stonecrop) is a low growing, clump-forming, semi-evergreen perennial with fleshy, scalloped, bright green leaves. Each tip develops a bud that opens to a golden yellow flower cluster, 2-3 in. across (5-7 cm) in late summer. As the flowers fade, the seedheads develop reddish-pink tones, creating a terrific bicolor effect. The foliage turns stunning orange-red in the fall, but disappears in cold winter months. Orange Stonecrop spreads slowly by short underground rhizomes, and can be used to create rivers of color in the garden or as a cheerful groundcover. It is also wonderful on green roofs and in containers.
| Hardiness |
3 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
| 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 |
| Plant Type | Cactus & Succulents, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Sedum |
| Common names | Stonecrop, Sedum |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
| Height | 6" - 7" (15cm - 18cm) |
| Spread | 10" - 1' (25cm - 30cm) |
| Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Semi-Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden, City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden |
| Hardiness |
3 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
| 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 |
| Plant Type | Cactus & Succulents, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Sedum |
| Common names | Stonecrop, Sedum |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
| Height | 6" - 7" (15cm - 18cm) |
| Spread | 10" - 1' (25cm - 30cm) |
| Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Semi-Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden, City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden |
How many Sedum kamtschaticum (Orange Stonecrop) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Sedum kamtschaticum (Orange Stonecrop) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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