Sedum Crystal Pink (Stonecrop)
Sedum ‘Crystal Pink’ (Stonecrop) is a low-growing, clump-forming, deciduous perennial with thick, fleshy, bright blue-green leaves. Blooming in late summer and fall, a profusion of large clusters packed with star-shaped icy pink flowers are on display. They are borne on stout, upright stems that do not fall over, and rise with majesty above the foliage clump.
Sedum 'Crystal Pink' (Stonecrop) is a low-growing, clump-forming, deciduous perennial with thick, fleshy, bright blue-green leaves. Blooming in late summer and fall, a profusion of large clusters packed with star-shaped icy pink flowers are on display. They are borne on stout, upright stems that do not fall over, 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.
- Grows up to 12-16 in. tall (30-40 cm) and 16 in. wide (40 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. Deer and rabbit resistant
- Low maintenance, this Sedum forgives neglect!
Requirements
Hardiness | 4 – 9 |
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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 (Mid,Late)FallWinter |
Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spacing | 16″ (40cm) |
Water Needs | Low |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |