There are two general types of Sedums for the garden –
creeping Sedum groundcovers and tall sedum.
The tall type grows between 1to 3 feet high and perform best in
full sun locations with well-draining soil.
They thrive through summer’s dry heat and are extremely
drought-tolerant. There is no need to fertilize this plant. If you do, the
growth can become leggy and flop over.
The tall Sedum varieties work well as border perennials or can be
planted in groups to give a mass affect.
They combine well with Ornamental Grasses, Asters, and Echinacea.
The taller, upright varieties of Sedum typically develop large flower heads in mid-summer and bloom from late summer through fall. The flowers can be left to dry and stay on over the winter to provide seeds for wildlife.
The taller, upright varieties of Sedum typically develop large flower heads in mid-summer and bloom from late summer through fall. The flowers can be left to dry and stay on over the winter to provide seeds for wildlife.
Sedums are an easy perennial for even the novice gardener. They are very
low maintenance, requiring virtually no pruning to shape. They make good cut
flowers, attract pollinators, and are a great addition to any landscape.
Sedum ‘Autumn Joy’ is a classic selection.
Some of the newer selections to try include those with darker, purple leaves
like ‘Vera Jameson’ and ‘Purple Emperor’ or bright, variegated foliage like ‘Frosted
Fire’ or yellow flowers like ‘Lemonjade’.
It is very easy to divide and propagate tall Sedums. Much like the other
members of its large succulent family, you can pull out a few stems, strip off
the leaves, and simply stick them in the ground. They will form new roots
within a few weeks.
Try a tall Sedum in
your garden today – you can grow that!
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