Carl Sedum

SEDUM 'Carl'. 18" tall, 18-24" spread, full sun, late summer-mid fall bloom. This compact, upright sedum features large clusters of brilliant magenta-pink flowers on reddish stems from late summer into fall. Rounded, slightly serrated gray-green leaves form dense mounds, while sturdy stems support the impressive blooms that provide winter interest and food for birds if left standing. Attracts butterflies and is bee friendly. Rabbit resistant. Zones 3-9. Potted in 3" pot. Sedum is one of the most popular perennials grown in American gardens because it is very easy to grow and hardy in most areas of the country. Because of its thick, succulent leaves which can store water, sedum is drought tolerant. It should be sited in average to poor soil that is well-drained. Plants grown in rich soil tend to be lanky and open. Most varieties should be grown in full sun to light shade. The lower growing types, however, will survive in partial shade. Divide sedum every 3-4 years to maintain its compact growth habit. Older plants tend to split in the center if they have not been divided. Pinching the taller varieties back by half in early summer will also help prevent them from splitting. This plant is not usually bothered by pests or diseases. The seed heads of the taller varieties provide excellent winter interest and food for birds. Remove them in spring when the new growth begins to show.