About This Plant

Sedum spurium 'Tricolor' is a semi-evergreen perennial succulent forming a dense, low-growing mat. Its variegated foliage features green leaves edged in creamy white with pink highlights that deepen to rich red in cooler weather. In summer, soft pink flowers rise above the foliage, attracting bees and butterflies. The plant is drought-tolerant, heat-tolerant, and suitable for full sun to partial shade.

What You Will Receive

Live plug plant of Sedum spurium 'Tricolor'.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Sedum spurium 'Tricolor'

Common Name: Tricolor Stonecrop

Plant Type: Semi-Evergreen Perennial Succulent

Foliage Color: Green, Creamy White & Pink

Flower Color: Pink

Bloom Season: Summer

Mature Height: 3–5 Inches

Spread: 12–18 Inches

Growth Habit: Low, Spreading, Mat-Forming

Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade

Water Needs: Low; Extremely Drought Tolerant Once Established

Soil: Well-Drained Sandy or Gravelly Soil

Hardiness Zones: USDA 4–10

Characteristics: Evergreen, Variegated Foliage, Pollinator Friendly, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Heat Tolerant, Cold Hardy, Low Maintenance, Pet Friendly

Garden Uses

Perfect for fairy gardens, rock gardens, groundcover, between stepping stones, containers, hanging baskets, living roofs, xeriscapes, retaining walls, border edging, lawn alternatives, and pollinator gardens. Its colorful foliage provides season-long interest and forms a dense, weed-suppressing carpet.

Care Instructions

Plant in full sun for brightest foliage. Grow in well-drained soil to prevent root rot. Water regularly during establishment, then only occasionally. Avoid overly wet soil, especially in winter. Trim lightly in spring to encourage fresh growth. Propagates easily from stems or divisions.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

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