Chinese Sedum

Sedum Tetractinum

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Overview

Chinese Sedum (Sedum tetractinum) is a fast-spreading perennial, known for its round, coin-like leaves that grow in spirals. This succulent reaches heights of 3-6 inches and spreads up to 12 inches wide. Ideal for ground cover, it flourishes in USDA zones 5 to 9, thriving in full sun to part shade. In summer, it bears yellow star-shaped flowers, adding a splash of color to rock gardens or green roofs.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 4–8Climate Temperate

Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — Chinese Sedum (Sedum tetractinum) is a fast-spreading perennial

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 4–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Crassulaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — asking for little but giving much in return

Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — red and white and yellow flowers in the garden

Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — ground cover / succulent with red and white and yellow blooms

Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — ground cover / succulent for full or half

Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — coin-like leaves that grow in spirals; offering a dynamic visual throughout the seasons

Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — Chinese Sedum (Sedum tetractinum) is a fast-spreading perennial; ideal for ground cover, it flourishes in USDA zones 5 to

Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — This succulent reaches heights of 3-6 inches and spreads up to 12 inches wide; it's also fairly drought-tolerant once

Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — Ideal for ground cover, it flourishes in USDA zones 5 to 9, thriving in full sun to part shade; asking for little but

Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — scientifically named Sedum tetractinum; offering a dynamic visual throughout the seasons

Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — In summer, it bears yellow star-shaped flowers, adding a splash of color to rock gardens or green roofs; ideal for ground

Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — handling USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9 with ease; asking for little but giving much in return

Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — is a versatile and attractive groundcover that brings a touch of resilience and color to any landscape design; it's also

Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — rounded leaves that form spiral patterns; ideal for ground cover, it flourishes in USDA zones 5 to 9, thriving in full sun

Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — creating a lush carpet of vibrant green with hues that can turn to a bronze tint in full sunlight; offering a dynamic

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