~Golden Japanese Sedum~

  Flat, delicate mat of bright gold to chartreuse leaves. An attractive ground cover or rock garden plant.  Provides an excellent contrast to blue flowered or leaved plants.  In full sun areas leaves will turn almost white in color.

Bloom: Bright yellow flowers in summer attracts butterflies.

Habit: 2-3" tall and 8-12" wide. 

Exposure: Full sun to part shade. 

Site: Plant in moist yet well drained soil.

Spreading rate:  Medium.  Spreads by above-ground runners.

Fertilizing:   Feed in early spring and again lightly in early fall.  Use a balanced fertilizer, preferably one containing a slow release nitrogen source.  Always follow the manufacturer's label recommendations when making any applications of fertilizer.  Be sure to rinse the fertilizer off the foliage.

Watering:  Regular summer water should be provided the first couple of years to ensure good plant establishment and to promote maximum growth.  After that, water as needed.

Pruning:  Prune as you wish to control height and shape.

Foot traffic:  No.

Hardiness:  0° to 10° F.