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Sedum 'Vera Jameson'

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Yoder Brothers

Family

Crassulaceae

Botanical Name

Sedum 'Vera Jameson'

Plant Common Name

Hybrid Showy Stonecrop, Vera Jameson Stonecrop

General Description

Proven by time, this hybrid of the rugged Eurasian native Sedum telephium remains among the most versatile sedums (and herbaceous perennials) thanks to its compact stature, fabulous color and overall vigor. Its lax, purple, calf-high stems are densely clothed with rounded purple-gray leaves from spring until fall. The leaves take on stronger, pinker tones as the season progresses. In late summer rounded broccoli-like clusters of dusty rose-pink flowers appear above the foliage, attracting bees and butterflies. The brown seed heads that follow provide moderate winter interest.

This plant demands full sun, good drainage and moderate fertility. Beware of overwatering late in the season when plants prefer to be on the dry side. Use this lovely and durable perennial in perennial borders, rock gardens, and containers.

Characteristics

  • AHS Heat Zone

    9 - 1

  • Sunset Zone

    1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24

  • Plant Type

    Perennial

  • Sun Exposure

    Full Sun, Partial Sun

  • Height

    8"-12" / 20.3cm - 30.5cm

  • Width

    14"-18" / 35.6cm - 45.7cm

  • Bloom Time

    Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall

  • Native To

    Hybrid Origin

Growing Conditions

  • Soil pH

    Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

  • Soil Drainage

    Well Drained

  • Soil type

    Loam, Sand

  • Tolerances

    Drought

  • Growth Rate

    Medium

  • Water Requirements

    Drought Tolerant, Average Water

  • Habit

    Clump-Forming

  • Seasonal Interest

    Spring, Summer, Fall

Ornamental Features

  • Flower Interest

    Showy

  • Fruit Color

    Brown

  • Foliage Color (Spring)

    Purple, Blue Green

  • Foliage Color (Summer)

    Purple, Blue Green, Pink

  • Foliage Color (Fall)

    Purple, Blue Green, Pink

  • Fragrant Flowers

    No

  • Fragrant Fruit

    No

  • Fragrant Foliage

    No

  • Bark or Stem Fragrant

    No

  • Flower Petal Number

    Single

  • Repeat Bloomer

    No

  • Showy Fruit

    No

  • Edible Fruit

    No

  • Showy Foliage

    Yes

  • Evergreen

    No

  • Showy Bark

    No

Special Characteristics

  • Usage

    Container, Foundation, Groundcover, Mixed Border, Rock Garden / Wall

  • Sharp or Has Thorns

    No

  • Invasive

    No

  • Attracts

    Butterflies

  • Self-Sowing

    No