Sedum Carl (Stonecrop)
Sedum ‘Carl’ (Stonecrop) is an upright, clump-forming, deciduous perennial with a fleshy foliage of thick, rounded, slightly serrated, gray green leaves. Blooming in late summer and fall, a profusion of large flowerheads packed with star-shaped, brilliant magenta pink flowers are on display.
Sedum 'Carl' (Stonecrop) is an upright, clump-forming, deciduous perennial with a fleshy foliage of thick, rounded, slightly serrated, gray green leaves. Blooming in late summer and fall, a profusion of large flowerheads packed with star-shaped, brilliant magenta pink flowers are on display. They are borne on stout, upright, reddish stems and rise with majesty above the foliage clump. Both foliage and dead inflorescences remain attractive through winter, providing some additional interest. This sun-loving perennial is ideal for containers, alpine beds, rock gardens and other hot, dry spots. Very compact, this showy sedum is perfect for small garden spaces.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Grows up to 18 in. tall (45 cm) and 18-24 in. wide (645-60 cm).
- Best grown in full sun, in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Tolerates very light shade and poor soils. Drought once established.
- Provides color and contrast to beds and borders or rock gardens at a time when most plants have stopped blooming. Effective when planted en masse or in groups.
- Flowers are attractive to bees, and butterflies and are excellent as cut flowers. The seed heads provide food for birds.
- No serious pest or disease issues. Rabbit resistant
- Low maintenance, this Sedum forgives neglect!
Requirements
| Hardiness | 3 – 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 1 – 9 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Sedum – Stonecrops |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Late)FallWinter |
| Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spacing | 18″ – 24″ (45cm – 60cm) |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Rabbit, Salt |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |