Sedum floriferum 'Brite Gold'

Orange Stonecrop 'Brite Gold'

Family: Crassulaceae (Orphine Family)

       

·        Hardiness Zones:  4-9

·        Height: 5-6 inches

·        Spread: 12-14 inches

·        Bloom Time: mid-summer

·        Bloom: clusters of tiny, intense golden-yellow star-shaped flowers atop foliage

·        Light: full to part sun

·        Soil: average, gritty, well-drained; tolerates dry, rocky soil

·        Moisture: dry to medium; drought tolerant

·        Use: rock gardens, small area groundcover, containers

·        Care: low maintenance

·        Concerns: no serious disease or pest problems

·        Native to: species native to northeast China

·        Notes: mounded sedum; oblong, green leaves with scalloped margins; heat and drought tolerant; flowers attract bees and other pollinators; rabbit resistant

·        Supplier: Donated by West Madison Agricultural Research Station

·        Teaching Garden Location & Code: Sidewalk Garden G327

 

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