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Coral Reef Chinese Sedum
Sedum tetractinum 'Coral Reef'
Pronunciation: SEE-dum te-TRAK-tee-num
SKU #06987
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Allow soil to dry between waterings.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 3 in. tall, spreading 12 in. wide.
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| Description | This mat-forming succulent turns a showy bronze and burgundy color in fall. Trailing stems hold round leaves that form rosettes at the tips. Starry white to pale pink flowers dot the foliage in late summer, followed by russet seed capsules for year-round interest. Evergreen in mild winter regions. |
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| Bloom Time | Late summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Bronze |
| Companion Plants | Tickseed (Coreopsis); Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum); Yarrow (Achillea); Basket of Gold (Alyssum saxatilis); Cranesbill (Geranium) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average to very lean, well-drained soils. Benefits from light shade in very hot summer climates. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Space 8 to 12 inches apart as groundcover. Fertilize sparingly. |
Details
| Description | This mat-forming succulent turns a showy bronze and burgundy color in fall. Trailing stems hold round leaves that form rosettes at the tips. Starry white to pale pink flowers dot the foliage in late summer, followed by russet seed capsules for year-round interest. Evergreen in mild winter regions. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Late summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Bronze |
| Companion Plants | Tickseed (Coreopsis); Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum); Yarrow (Achillea); Basket of Gold (Alyssum saxatilis); Cranesbill (Geranium) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average to very lean, well-drained soils. Benefits from light shade in very hot summer climates. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Space 8 to 12 inches apart as groundcover. Fertilize sparingly. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Coral Reef Chinese Sedum produce flowers?
Late summer
Is Coral Reef Chinese Sedum evergreen or deciduous?
Coral Reef Chinese Sedum is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Coral Reef Chinese Sedum?
Coral Reef Chinese Sedum is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Coral Reef Chinese Sedum resistant to pests or animals?
Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Coral Reef Chinese Sedum grow?
Coral Reef Chinese Sedum has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Coral Reef Chinese Sedum in my landscape?
Coral Reef Chinese Sedum is suitable for: Border, Container, Ground Cover.
What color are Coral Reef Chinese Sedum flowers?
Coral Reef Chinese Sedum produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Coral Reef Chinese Sedum?
Coral Reef Chinese Sedum has Bronze foliage.
What plants grow well with Coral Reef Chinese Sedum?
Good companion plants for Coral Reef Chinese Sedum include: Tickseed (Coreopsis); Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum); Yarrow (Achillea); Basket of Gold (Alyssum saxatilis); Cranesbill (Geranium).
How do I care for Coral Reef Chinese Sedum?
Thrives in average to very lean, well-drained soils. Benefits from light shade in very hot summer climates. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Space 8 to 12 inches apart as groundcover. 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.