Sedum Variegatum 'Yellow' (Common Names: Yellow Variegated Stonecrop, Variegated Stonecrop)
Detailed Description:
Sedum Variegatum 'Yellow' is a vibrant, low-growing succulent perennial known for its cheerful, bright yellow flowers and unique variegated foliage. The fleshy, green leaves are beautifully edged with creamy white, adding a striking contrast that enhances its overall appeal. Forming a dense mat, this hardy ground cover is perfect for adding color and texture to rock gardens, borders, and containers. The star-shaped, golden-yellow flowers bloom profusely, creating a sunny display above the distinctive foliage. 'Yellow Variegatum' is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor, rocky soils, making it an ideal, easy-care choice for sunny garden spots.
Flowering Period:
'Yellow Variegatum' blooms from mid-summer to early autumn (July to September), showcasing a brilliant display of yellow flowers that attract bees and other pollinators, bringing life to your garden.
Plant Height:
At full maturity, this plant reaches a height of 10-15 cm, making it perfect for use as ground cover in rockeries, alpine gardens, or along the edges of borders and pathways.
Planting Location:
Sedum Variegatum 'Yellow' thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained, gritty soil. It is ideal for rockeries, dry slopes, green roofs, or as a ground cover in sunny borders. This sedum also performs well in containers or troughs, where its trailing habit and variegated foliage can be appreciated up close. It’s particularly suited to areas with poor soil where other plants might struggle.
Best Uses:
'Yellow Variegatum' is perfect for brightening up sunny rock gardens, alpine beds, or as an attractive ground cover in borders and along paths. Its variegated foliage and sunny yellow flowers make it a standout choice for drought-tolerant landscapes or low-maintenance garden designs. This sedum also works beautifully in containers, where its colorful, trailing habit adds interest to patios, balconies, or window boxes.
Care Tips:
Sedum Variegatum 'Yellow' is a low-maintenance plant that thrives in well-drained soil. It requires little water once established, making it an excellent option for dry, sunny locations. Prune back spent flower heads after blooming to maintain a tidy appearance, and consider dividing the clumps every few years to promote healthy growth. This plant is frost-hardy and can endure colder climates, making it a reliable addition to various garden settings.
Interesting Facts:
Did you know? Sedums are often referred to as stonecrops due to their ability to thrive in rocky, stony soils. The variegated foliage of 'Yellow Variegatum' not only adds visual interest but also makes it one of the more decorative options among stonecrops, providing a bright, sunny look that lasts through the seasons.