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How to Grow Sedum Spurium

Sedum spurium

Your complete guide to growing Sedum Spurium.

☀SunFull sun to partial shade (4-6+ hours)
💧WaterVery drought tolerant once established, water during dry spells
🗺Zones3–9
📏Height3-24 inches
Sedum Spurium📷 Wikipedia: Phedimus spurius

Companion Plants for Sedum Spurium

✓ Good companions

Allium

Bulbs don't compete for surface space, repel aphids and other soft-bodied pests

Black-eyed Susan

Drought-tolerant perennial that attracts beneficial insects

Catmint

Low water needs, attracts beneficial pollinators, deters harmful insects

Creeping Thyme

Ground cover companion with similar sun and drainage requirements

Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum)

Complementary growth habits and identical water/soil needs

Lavender

Similar drought tolerance and well-draining soil requirements, repels pests

Oregano

Drought-tolerant herb that thrives in poor, well-draining soil

Stonecrop Sedum varieties

Same genus with identical cultural needs and complementary textures

✗ Keep away from

Hostas

Requires consistent moisture and shade, opposite growing conditions

Impatiens

High water and shade requirements conflict with sedum's drought tolerance

Mint

Aggressive spreader requiring moist soil, will overwhelm and outcompete sedum

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