Sedum album 'Coral Carpet'

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Sedum album 'Coral Carpet': Small, bead-like leaves form low, dense mats of ground cover. This variety will turn from green to red in response to moderate stress from full sun, drought, and/or cool weather. It is not a reliable bloomer, but can produce small, white, star-shaped flowers in midsummer. S. album is a great choice for green roof and wall projects.

Hardy Sedum are easy, frost-hardy plants that thrive outdoors with full sun and great drainage. Plant in raised beds or containers with drainage holes and mix 50% coarse sand, pumice, or perlite into the soil to prevent rot. Regular water will help young plants establish roots and spread quickly, but mature Sedum can tolerate several months of drought. If you choose to propagate by hand, cut off the top 2.0"+ of stem and transplant it to re-root.

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Product Size

2.0" Pot

Current Primary Color

Orange / Copper

All Seasonal Colors

Green

Bloom Color

White Bloom

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 4 (-30F), Zone 5 (-20F), Zone 6 (-10F), Zone 7 (0F), Zone 8 (10F), Zone 9 (20F), Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Full Sun

Maximum Height

Under 3"

Growth Habit / Shape

Low Growing / Creeping

Seasonality

Blooms in Summer

Special Characteristic

Easy to Propagate, Hard to Kill, Fast Grower, Pet Safe

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 4 - 10

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

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3 years ago

what is the size of the plant that will be received? See answer

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3 years ago  •  Staff Answer

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I just measured a few of our 'Coral Carpet' plants and they were roughly 4-5 inches tall. See full answer »

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2 years ago

Is sedum album able to be kept indoors year-round? See answer

I was wanting to have indoor succulents that I would keep under a grow light and I thought this variety of plant would look good. See more »

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2 years ago  •  Staff Answer

It can certainly be done, however, this particular plant doesn't enjoy being inside. It won't achieve its best color inside and it'll be more susceptible to disease. They prefer an outdoor environment where they get seasonal shifts in water, sun, and temperature. See full answer »

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2 years ago

should i cover in the winter See answer

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2 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Depends on your climate, but you probably don't need to. Sedum album tolerates temperatures down to -30F and will happily spend the winter under snow. See full answer »

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1 year ago

how far apart does sedum "coral carpet" need to be planted. See answer

how far apart does sedum "coral carpet" need to be planted. The pot is tiny, and comes with no distancing instructions. See more »

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1 year ago  •  Staff Answer

Succulent spacing is mostly a matter of personal preference, but giving each plant an inch of space is a good rule of thumb. For more information on succulent spacing, check out our FAQ article on the subject, which you can find by clicking the link below.
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11 months ago

What is meant by "great choice for green roof and wall projects". Will this do well in a raised rock garden? See answer

The raised rock garden soil is droughty sand that is currently held down by creeping phlox. I've had the phlox for 30 years and am wanting to replace it with this multi-colored sedum. The side of the rock garden where the sedum will be planted faces east but is in full sun most of the day. Our zone is 4-5. See more »

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11 months ago  •  Staff Answer

This Sedum is a great choice for a raised rock garden, particularly one with a sandy soil. We've grown Sedum album here in similar conditions and found ourselves having to prune it back every year to give other plants a chance. See full answer »

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3 years ago

I need a hardy ground cover that will take snow and cold yet continue to prosper in hot summer, recommendations? See answer

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6 months ago  •  Staff Answer

You're going to want the succulent types in this Frost Hardy Ground Cover category. All these types of Sedum, Delosperma, Rosularia, and more are super easy spreaders that thrive with cold winters and hot, dry summers. Use the "Grow Zone (Hardiness)" filter on the left of that category page to see only types that are hardy in your climate. To check what grow zone you're in, enter your zip code into this USDA Hardiness Tool.

You can also browse all of our Bulk Trays of Frost Hardy Succulents here. Sedum Trays tend to be available in the spring. See full answer »

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3 years ago

Live in Florida and want a suggestion for succulent “ground cover” for large window-like boxes on our lanai please See answer

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3 years ago  •  Staff Answer

For spreading succulents in a humid climate, I would suggest Portulacaria afra, Crassula muscosa Watch Chain, Sedum 'Spiral Staircase', and Sedum 'Tokyo Sun' (click the names for links).
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4 years ago

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4 years ago  •  Staff Answer

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Succulents need grittier soil than other plants because they are adapted to dry conditions and store water in their leaves. Regular potting soil mixes stay damp for long periods of time, which can cause rot in succulents. Instead, use a sandy, well-draining soil so you can water thoroughly without leaving your succulent in standing water.

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4 years ago

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4 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Our plants can be transplanted immediately upon arrival.
If you want to wait to transplant, they can remain in their original containers for up to a month. If the pots came in a plastic carrier tray, remove the pots from the carrier tray prior to the first watering.

Keep the plants indoors near a sunny window or outdoors under a roof (only if outdoor temperatures stay above your succulent's minimum hardiness temperature). Water only after the soil is fully dry by drenching from above with a faucet, hose, or watering can. Gently shake excess water from the leaves and allow containers to drain completely.

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4 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Fertilizing is not necessary, but it is a good option for succulent growers who want to encourage faster, larger growth. It can be used on mature plants with established roots. Only fertilize in the growing season (spring and summer for most varieties) to avoid weakening or burning dormant plants. Use a light touch and make 2-3 applications of low-Nitrogen, diluted fertilizer each year (N-P-K ratio around 5-10-10). You can find specially-formulated cactus / succulent fertilizers in most garden centers or go organic with compost tea or bone meal.

Example: Miracle-Gro Quick Start, diluted to half strength

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