Lemon Coral Sedum

Lemon Coral Sedum forms a soft-looking cushion of bright chartreuse foliage. Its fine, needle-like leaves add texture to container combinations and sunny edges. Let it weave between other plants or spill gently over the rim of a pot.

Plant details

• Botanical name: Sedum mexicanum 'Lemon Coral'
• Light: Full sun to partial sun
• USDA zones: 7-11
• Mature height: 3-10 inches
• Mature width: 10-14 inches
• Foliage: Chartreuse succulent needles; foliage persistence varies with winter conditions
• Flowers or ornamental feature: Bright lime foliage
• Bloom or interest season: Grown primarily for foliage throughout the growing season
• Water needs: Moderate; allow soil to dry between waterings. Avoid soggy conditions.
• Growth habit: Low, spreading mound
• Landscape uses: Container combinations, edging, rock gardens, groundcover patches
• Also known as: Lemon Coral stonecrop, chartreuse sedum

South Carolina garden note: Tolerates summer heat in Zone 8b when soil drains well. Plants in containers need more regular watering than established plants in the ground.

Available for local pickup at Towns Edge Nursery in Hopkins, South Carolina. We do not ship plants.