Sedum aizoon 'Aurantiacum' (Stonecrop) — Succulent

Overview

Sedum aizoon 'Aurantiacum' is a succulent in the genus Sedum, part of the Crassulaceae family. It typically grows around 0.4 m tall. Sedum aizoon 'Aurantiacum' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is native to China, Russian Far East, Korea, Japan, Mongolia and Kazakhstan.

About

Sedum aizoon 'Aurantiacum' is a succulent in the Crassulaceae that reaches about 0.4 m and carries yellow flowers from June to September. It originates from China, the Russian Far East, Korea, Japan, Mongolia and Kazakhstan. The plant favours full sun and tolerates sandy, loamy or clay soils provided they drain. Rated H7, it is fully hardy in the UK and corresponds to USDA zones 4–10.

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About the genus

Sedum is a large genus of flowering plants in the family Crassulaceae, members of which are commonly known as stonecrops. The genus has been described as containing up to 600 species, subsequently reduced to 400–500. They are leaf succulents found primarily in the Northern Hemisphere, but extending into the southern hemisphere in Africa and South America.

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In the garden

Sedum aizoon 'Aurantiacum' is a compact succulent in the Crassulaceae native to temperate parts of East Asia and central Asia, including China, Korea, Japan, Mongolia, Kazakhstan and the Russian Far East. It grows to roughly 0.4 m and produces conspicuous yellow flowers through the summer months from June to September. Plant it in a sunny spot where soil drains freely; the species accepts sandy, loamy or clay textures but dislikes waterlogging, so a free-draining mix or raised bed suits it. Soil can be kept on the drier side or maintained as moist but well-drained; avoid permanently waterlogged positions. The UK hardiness rating H7 means it is fully hardy here (equivalent to USDA zones 4–10), so it will tolerate typical winter conditions without winter protection. Because of its size and sun preference, Sedum aizoon 'Aurantiacum' works well on gravel beds, rock gardens, sunny borders or in containers positioned on a warm, sheltered patio. Allow the summer display of yellow flowers to run its course from June to September and remove spent flower stalks if you prefer a tidier outline afterwards.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Sedum

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Sandy, Loamy, Clay
Soil moisture: Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
UK hardiness: H7

Plant details

Sedum aizoon 'Aurantiacum' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Succulent
Height: 0.4 m
Native to: China, Russian Far East, Korea, Japan, Mongolia, Kazakhstan

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Sedum aizoon 'Aurantiacum'?

Sedum aizoon 'Aurantiacum' prefers full sun.

What soil does Sedum aizoon 'Aurantiacum' need?

Sedum aizoon 'Aurantiacum' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.

How big does Sedum aizoon 'Aurantiacum' grow?

Sedum aizoon 'Aurantiacum' reaches a height of 0.4 m.

Is Sedum aizoon 'Aurantiacum' hardy in the UK?

Sedum aizoon 'Aurantiacum' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.

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