10 count flat of 4.5" pots of Sedum Rupestre Lemon Ball. Grown in full sun, this stonecrop has needle-like yellow foliage that turns chartreuse in season and bronze in winter. Ideal for growing zones 3-9.
It is a low-growing, mat-forming succulent plant that grows 2-3 inches tall and spreads 12-18 inches wide.
- It has fleshy, light green leaves that are arranged in round clusters, giving the plant a lemon ball-like appearance.
- In the summer, it produces small, yellow flowers.
- It is a hardy plant that is drought-tolerant and can withstand heat and cold.
- It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
- It is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for.
Here are some tips for planting and caring for Sedum rupestre 'Lemon Ball' Stonecrop:
- Plant in full sun in well-drained soil.
- Water regularly during the first year after planting, but then water sparingly once the plant is established.
- Fertilize once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Do not overwater, as this can lead to root rot.
- Mulch around the plant to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms.
Sedum rupestre 'Lemon Ball' Stonecrop is a beautiful and versatile plant that can be used in a variety of landscape applications. It is a good choice for rock gardens, borders, and containers. It can also be used as a groundcover.
Here are some additional details about Sedum rupestre 'Lemon Ball' Stonecrop:
- Hardiness zones: 3-9
- Soil: Well-drained
- Water: Regular, especially during the first year
- Fertilizer: Once a year in the spring
- Pests and diseases: Few problems
- Propagation: Division or leaf cuttings
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
