Little Gecko Stonecrop

Sedum spurium 'TAT1801' PP #33,107

SKU #44015
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A hardy succulent groundcover with excellent and consistent variegated foliage. Summer brings clusters of pink flowers. Perfect for lining paths and driveways. Provides contrast at the front of perennial beds, in rock gardens, or in containers. Semi-evergreen; rosettes at the end of the stems persist through winter.
LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Allow soil to dry between waterings.
SIZE: Reaches 4 in. tall, spreading 18 in. wide.

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Bloom TimeSummer
Deciduous/EvergreenSemi-Evergreen
Special FeaturesDramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise
Problems/SolutionsDrought Tolerant
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitSpreading
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Ground Cover, Edging
Design IdeasA great choice for massing to create a colorful groundcover, or scatter about rock gardens for pops of color. Its drought and heat tolerance is perfect for lining hot driveways or paths, or along the top of a stone retaining wall. Plant in front of Salvias with deep green leaves and vibrant purple flowers for the perfect color combination.
Flower ColorPink
Foliage ColorVariegated
Companion PlantsLittle Bluestem (Schizachyrium); Hens and Chicks (Echeveria); Yarrow (Achillea); Sage (Salvia); Cranesbill (Geranium); Tickseed (Coreopsis)
Care InstructionsThrives 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; reduce frequency, once established. As groundcover, 16 in. apart, center to center; closer for faster fill. Fertilize sparingly.
LoreThe genus is from the Latin verb sedere, to sit, which describes the procumbent growth habit of many species.
Details
Bloom TimeSummer
Deciduous/EvergreenSemi-Evergreen
Special FeaturesDramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise
Problems/SolutionsDrought Tolerant
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitSpreading
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Ground Cover, Edging
Design IdeasA great choice for massing to create a colorful groundcover, or scatter about rock gardens for pops of color. Its drought and heat tolerance is perfect for lining hot driveways or paths, or along the top of a stone retaining wall. Plant in front of Salvias with deep green leaves and vibrant purple flowers for the perfect color combination.
Flower ColorPink
Foliage ColorVariegated
Companion PlantsLittle Bluestem (Schizachyrium); Hens and Chicks (Echeveria); Yarrow (Achillea); Sage (Salvia); Cranesbill (Geranium); Tickseed (Coreopsis)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives 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; reduce frequency, once established. As groundcover, 16 in. apart, center to center; closer for faster fill. Fertilize sparingly.
History
LoreThe genus is from the Latin verb sedere, to sit, which describes the procumbent growth habit of many species.

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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.