Blue Spruce Dedum
Sedum reflexum 'Blue Spruce'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 18 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Planted | 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Low |
| Soil type | Sandy, rocky, well-draining |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 3-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Succulent |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Linear (Long, narrow) |
| Foliage colour | Blue-green, silvery |
| Bloom | Yellow |
| Fruit | Follicle |
| Evergreen | Evergreen |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, division |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Rabbit Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Thyme, Sempervivum, Fescue |
Where it came from
| Grower | Monrovia |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Do not overwater; roots will rot in wet soil.
Maintenance
Trim back in early spring to maintain neatness.
Cleanup
Remove dead flower heads if desired.
Notes
Excellent groundcover resembling tiny blue spruce tree branches.