Common Name(s): White Stonecrop, Coral Carpet Sedum
Origin: Thrives in South Africa's sunny, dry climates; a hardy ground-cover champion.
Description:
Transform gardens and containers into a tapestry of color with Sedum Album 'Athoum', a resilient succulent that carpets surfaces with dense clusters of plump, rounded leaves. Fresh green in shade, its foliage blushes to ruby-red or coral under sunlight, creating a fiery, mat-like display. In summer, delicate star-shaped white flowers bloom atop slender stems, offering a snowy contrast to its vibrant leaves. Perfect for rock gardens, green roofs, or spilling over pots, this drought-defying beauty adds texture and year-round interest with zero fuss.
Care:
- Light: Full sun to partial shade (4+ hours of sun for best color).
- 💧 Water: Drought-resistant Water only when soil is bone-dry; thrives on neglect.
- 🌱 Soil: Well-draining, sandy/gravelly mix (ideal for poor soils).
- 🌡 Temp: Hardy from -10°C to 40°C; tolerates frost and heat.
- Pruning: Trim leggy growth in spring to encourage density.
Pet Friendly: Non-toxic to pets Safe for cats and dogs, though excessive nibbling may upset tummies.