A low mounding succulent with fleshy chartreuse to golden-yellow leaves that glow in bright light, dotted with small yellow star flowers. A bright easy filler for pots and rockeries.
At a glance
- Plant type: Succulent
- Mature size: 15 cm H × 40 cm W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: very drought tolerant once established
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Gold Mound Sedum
Botanically, Sedum 'Gold Mound' is a moderate-growing succulent in the Crassulaceae family. It reaches around 15 cm tall and 40 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Yellow flowers appear in spring and summer.
Where to grow Gold Mound Sedum
Gold Mound Sedum suits Mediterranean, warm-temperate and arid and semi-arid climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice.
Soil & planting
Gold Mound Sedum does best in sandy and free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Gold Mound Sedum is very drought tolerant once established, so once its roots are down it needs little supplementary water. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Gold Mound Sedum after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Gold Mound Sedum in the garden
Gold Mound Sedum earns its place for pots and courtyard containers and a low lawn alternative. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Gold Mound Sedum with other plants that enjoy the same very drought tolerant and Mediterranean climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
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