Sedum pulchellum (Sea Star)

Prized for its unique sea-star flowers, Sedum pulchellum (Sea Star) is a short-lived winter annual with upright to spreading stems covered in strongly clasping, needle-like, bright green leaves. In spring, it produces horizontally branched clusters of tiny pink, star-shaped flowers. The blossoms give way to seed capsules that split open when ripe, and the plant gradually dries to cinnamon brown and drops its leaves as summer progresses. Although short-lived, Sedum pulchellum persists by reseeding. Seeds typically germinate in fall, and young plants overwinter before blooming the following spring. In favorable sites, this wildflower often forms colonies. Native to calcareous rocky habitats of the south-central and southeastern United States, especially limestone glades and cedar glades, it is well suited to sunny border fronts, rock gardens, rock walls, and shallow, well-drained soils where both its foliage and flowers can be appreciated.

• Grows up to 6-12 in. tall and wide (15-30 cm).
• Performs best in full sun in poor to moderately fertile, neutral to slightly alkaline, dry to medium moisture, and well-drained soils. Tolerates light shade. Drought-tolerant once established.
• Perfect for rock gardens, cottage gardens, edging, or as a groundcover.
• No serious pest or disease issues. Deer and rabbit resistant.
• Low maintenance, this Sedum forgives neglect!
• Propagate by softwood cuttings or seed.
• Native to calcareous areas of the South-Central and Southeastern United States, where it is found on flat rock outcrops, particularly cedar glades.
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