Sedum lineare 'Sea Urchin' - Stonecrop

🌿 Characteristics

Type: Hardy perennial succulent
Common name: Needle Stonecrop
Scientific name: Sedum lineare 'Sea Urchin'
Foliage color: Fine, pointed light green leaves, turning reddish in intense sun
Flower color: Creamy white to pale pink
Height at maturity: 10 to 15 cm (4 to 6 inches)
Width at maturity: 20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 inches)
Habit: Creeping and spreading, forming a dense, textured, highly ornamental mat
Flowering period: June to August
Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Watering needs: Very low
Soil type: Well-drained, light, poor
Hardiness zone: Zone 4 to 9
Drought tolerance: Excellent
Nectar-producing plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes
Toxicity to animals: Non-toxic

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✂️ Care

Extremely easy-care plant, ideal for beginner gardeners. Water very sparingly, only during prolonged dry spells. Prefers well-drained soil to prevent root rot. No pruning necessary. Perfect for rock gardens, walls, green roofs, succulent gardens, and shallow containers.