Chinese sedum (Sedum tetractinum ‘Coral Reef’)

Chinese sedum

Features and Characteristics

‘Coral Reef’ is a low-growing, mat-forming stonecrop or sedum cultivar. Foliage typically grows to 3” tall but spreads to 12” wide or more. Creeping stems root at the nodes. Tiny, star-shaped, white to pale pink flowers (to 3/4”) bloom in July-August on stems rising to 4-5” tall. Round, flat green leaves.

Care and Maintenance

Easily grown in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun. Tolerates some light shade. Needs good soil drainage to perform well. Avoid overwatering. Drought tolerant. Plants may be sited 12” apart when grown as a ground cover. Easily propagated by cuttings or division.

Chinese sedum (Sedum tetractinum ‘Coral Reef’) Requirements

Hardiness zone	5 - 8
Sun light	Full sun
Water	Dry to medium
Maintenance	Low

Common Problems

No serious insect or disease problems.

Uses

Rock garden or small area ground cover. Best when planted in groups or massed as a ground cover.

Chinese sedum (Sedum tetractinum ‘Coral Reef’) Details

Common name	Chinese sedum
Botanical name	Sedum tetractinum 'Coral Reef'
Plant type	Herbaceous perennial
Family	Crassulaceae
Hardiness zone	5 - 8
Water	Dry to medium
Maintenance	Low
Flower color	White to pale pink
Flowering period	July - August
Height	0 - 0.25 feet
Width	0.25 to 1 ft.