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Lidakense Sedum

Sedum cauticola

Category: Perennial • Sedum

Lidakense Sedum is a low-growing succulent with autumn flowers, perfect for ground cover and rock gardens.

Mature Height: 8 feet
Mature Width: 30 cm
Bloom Color: Pink, Purple
Bloom Time: Autumn
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 4-8
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Fall
Foliage: Evergreen
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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Lidakense Sedum is a low-growing succulent that forms a carpet with its trailing stems. It features round, grey-green leaves with a hint of pink and produces beautiful purplish-pink star-shaped flowers in the fall.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Prefers dry to moderate moisture levels.

Soil Preferences

Requires good drainage and can tolerate various soil types. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

ground coverborder

Special Features

Carpet-formingautumn flowersdrought-tolerant

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators with its flowers.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant.

Notes from Our Designer

Ideal for rock gardens and slopes. Works well in mass plantings for a colorful display.

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