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Sedum lanceolatum


  Fort Collins

Synonyms
Sedum stenopetalum
Dimensions
Height: 4.0 in. (or less) to 10.0 in.
Spread: 4.0 in.; to 10.0 in.
Growth Form
Groundcover, Succulent/Cacti, Herbaceous
Program Association
Nature in the City, Xeriscape Incentive Program
Wildlife Uses
Pollinators/ Invertebrates
Sun Requirements
Full Sun
Water Requirements
Very Low
Plant Community
Alpine, Foothills, Mountains, Subalpine
Season of Bloom
May, June, July, August, September
Flower Color
Green Shades, Yellow Shades
Leaf Color
Green Shades, Purple Shades
Aggressiveness
Readily Suckers
Design Considerations
Attractive Foliage, Container Friendly, Drought Tolerant, Long Blooming, Small Spaces, Showy Flowers
Other Considerations
No City Data
Duration
Perennial
Natural Landscape Position
  Fort Collins Model
1, 2
Soil Type
Rocky, Shallow, Well Drained
Pests/Disease Prone
No
Hazards/Toxic
No City Data.

Notes

Cuttings from plants can be easily transplanted. Great for rock gardens.


Cactus and succulents should never be collected in the wild. Only purchase from sustainable and reputable sources that grow cactus and succulents, for vendors please see our “Where to Buy” page.


This is an important larval and adult food host for many of our native invertebrates.