Oregon Stonecrop, Sedum obtusatum
Sedum oreganum (Oregon Stonecrop) is a low growing, mat-forming, evergreen perennial with small, fleshy, succulent green leaves that turn bronze-red in summer. Small clusters of tiny, star-shaped, bright yellow flowers, adorned with protruding stamens bloom, just above the foliage throughout most of the summer. Nectar-rich, the blossoms attract bees and butterflies.
Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
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Heat Zones |
5 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 4, 5, 17 |
Plant Type | Cactus & Succulents, Perennials |
Plant Family | Crassulaceae |
Genus | Sedum |
Common names | Sedum, Stonecrop |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 3" - 6" (8cm - 15cm) |
Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 18" (50cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Native Plants | California, Pacific Northwest, Oregon, Washington, Alaska |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Edging, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden |
Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
---|---|
Heat Zones |
5 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 4, 5, 17 |
Plant Type | Cactus & Succulents, Perennials |
Plant Family | Crassulaceae |
Genus | Sedum |
Common names | Sedum, Stonecrop |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 3" - 6" (8cm - 15cm) |
Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 18" (50cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Native Plants | California, Pacific Northwest, Oregon, Washington, Alaska |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Edging, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden |
How many Sedum oreganum (Oregon Stonecrop) do I need for my garden?
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