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Baby Tears Stonecrop
Sedum album chloroticum 'Baby Tears'
Pronunciation: SEE-dum AL-bum
SKU #06500
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Allow soil to dry between waterings.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 4 to 6 in. tall, 12 in. wide.
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| Description | This classic evergreen groundcover forms low, dense rosettes of green teardrop-shaped leaves, backing a nice display of white flowers in spring and summer. Perfect choice for a rock garden or border edging. Spills nicely from hanging baskets. Drought tolerant once established. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring to summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium); Hens & Chicks (Sempervivum); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Creeping Phlox (Phlox); Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average to very lean, well-drained soils. Takes light shade, particularly in hot summer climates. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established in landscape. Take care not to overwater. Fertilize sparingly. |
Details
| Description | This classic evergreen groundcover forms low, dense rosettes of green teardrop-shaped leaves, backing a nice display of white flowers in spring and summer. Perfect choice for a rock garden or border edging. Spills nicely from hanging baskets. Drought tolerant once established. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Late spring to summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
Style
| Landscape Use | Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium); Hens & Chicks (Sempervivum); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Creeping Phlox (Phlox); Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average to very lean, well-drained soils. Takes light shade, particularly in hot summer climates. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established in landscape. Take care not to overwater. Fertilize sparingly. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Baby Tears Stonecrop produce flowers?
Late spring to summer
Is Baby Tears Stonecrop evergreen or deciduous?
Baby Tears Stonecrop is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Baby Tears Stonecrop?
Baby Tears Stonecrop is Attracts Butterflies, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Baby Tears Stonecrop resistant to pests or animals?
Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Baby Tears Stonecrop grow?
Baby Tears Stonecrop has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Baby Tears Stonecrop in my landscape?
Baby Tears Stonecrop is suitable for: Container, Ground Cover, Edging.
What color are Baby Tears Stonecrop flowers?
Baby Tears Stonecrop produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Baby Tears Stonecrop?
Baby Tears Stonecrop has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Baby Tears Stonecrop?
Good companion plants for Baby Tears Stonecrop include: Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium); Hens & Chicks (Sempervivum); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Creeping Phlox (Phlox); Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe).
How do I care for Baby Tears Stonecrop?
Thrives in average to very lean, well-drained soils. Takes light shade, particularly in hot summer climates. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established in landscape. Take care not to overwater. Fertilize sparingly.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.