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Sedum ‘Marina’ (Stonecrop)

Stonecrop 'Marina', Sedum telephium 'Marina', Showy Sedum 'Marina', Hylotelephium 'Marina'

Sedum Marina, Stonecrop 'Marina', Sedum telephium 'Marina', Showy Sedum 'Marina', Hylotelephium 'Marina', Blue Sedum
Sedum Marina, Stonecrop 'Marina', Sedum telephium 'Marina', Showy Sedum 'Marina', Hylotelephium 'Marina', Blue Sedum
Sedum Marina, Stonecrop 'Marina', Sedum telephium 'Marina', Showy Sedum 'Marina', Hylotelephium 'Marina', Blue Sedum
Sedum Marina, Stonecrop 'Marina', Sedum telephium 'Marina', Showy Sedum 'Marina', Hylotelephium 'Marina', Blue Sedum

Noted for its striking blue foliage, Sedum ‘Marina’ (Stonecrop) is a low-growing, clump-forming, deciduous perennial with thick, fleshy, blue-gray leaves that tint purple in summer. Blooming in late summer and fall, a profusion of showy flowerheads packed with star-shaped, rose pink flowers are on display. They are borne on stout, upright stems and rise with majesty above the foliage clump. Both foliage and dead inflorescences remain attractive through winter, providing some additional interest. This sun-loving perennial is ideal for containers, alpine beds, rock gardens and other hot, dry spots. Very compact, this showy sedum is perfect for small garden spaces.

  • Grows up to 10-12 in. tall (25-30 cm) and 24 in. wide (60 cm).
  • Best grown in full sun, in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Tolerates very light shade and poor soils. Drought once established.
  • Provides color and contrast to beds and borders or rock gardens at a time when most plants have stopped blooming. Effective when planted en masse or in groups.
  • Flowers are attractive to bees, and butterflies and are excellent as cut flowers. The seed heads provide food for birds.
  • No serious pest or disease issues. Deer and rabbit resistant
  • Low maintenance, this Sedum forgives neglect!

Members of the genus Hylotelephium, border sedums are essential beauties for the late season garden and deserve a spot in gravel gardens. Undemanding, not aggressive, with fleshy, drought resistant foliage and lovely domed flowerheads packed with a profusion of tiny starry flowers, opening to white, pink or red blossoms in late summer or early fall, they are a popular attraction to butterflies. They look particularly attractive with Asters, Solidago (Ornamental Golden rods), Boltonias and Ornamental Grasses. Standing for months, their faded flowers and seed heads provide a colorful display in late fall and winter, even under snow caps. There are hundreds of Hylotelephium cultivars and hybrids to pick from. Which one will be yours?

Requirements

Hardiness 4 - 9
Heat Zones 1 - 9
Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Crassulaceae
Genus Sedum
Common names Sedum, Stonecrop
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Mid, Late)
Fall
Winter
Height 10" - 1'
(25cm - 30cm)
Spread 1' - 2'
(30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 24" (60cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Showy
Tolerance Drought, Deer, Rabbit, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil
Attracts Butterflies
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens
Garden Styles Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage
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Alternative Plants to Consider

Sedum ‘Angelinas Teacup’ (SunSparkler Series)
Sedum ‘Dream Dazzler’ (SunSparkler Series)
Sedum tetractinum (Chinese Stonecrop)
Sedum pachyclados (Gray Stonecrop)
Sedum populifolium (Showy Stonecrop)
Sedum makinoi ‘Ogon’ (Golden Japanese Stonecrop)

Recommended Companion Plants

Salvia x sylvestris ‘Mainacht’ (Wood Sage)
Stipa tenuissima (Mexican Feather Grass)
Dahlia ‘Honka’
Perovskia atriplicifolia (Russian Sage)

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Requirements

Hardiness 4 - 9
Heat Zones 1 - 9
Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Crassulaceae
Genus Sedum
Common names Sedum, Stonecrop
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Mid, Late)
Fall
Winter
Height 10" - 1'
(25cm - 30cm)
Spread 1' - 2'
(30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 24" (60cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Showy
Tolerance Drought, Deer, Rabbit, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil
Attracts Butterflies
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens
Garden Styles Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage
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