Species stonecrop
Lime Zinger Stonecrop (Sedum 'Lime Zinger') featuring green foliage, forming a compact mound with clusters of small pink-purple flowers

stonecrop

Sedum 'Lime Zinger'

Stonecrop (Sedum 'Lime Zinger') is a low-growing succulent with edible foliage. Its foliage has an apple green tinged with lime, making it quite eye catching. The flowers are yellow and long lasting, blooming from late spring to early autumn. This adaptable plant is tolerant of drought, wind, and sloped gardens as it has the ability to retain water. It is ideal for dry borders, rockeries, and troughs and can also be used in crevices and walls. Stonecrop is a great choice for those looking for a colourful, low maintenance addition to their garden.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 9

Flowers:

Light pink Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Low

watering

Stonecrop (Sedum 'Lime Zinger') should be watered once a week, or when the top 2-3 inches of soil become dry to the touch. During the summer months the plant may require additional water during periods of extended dry and warm weather. As a general rule, it is best to lightly water the soil, ensuring it is moist and not soggy, to avoid overwatering. Try to make sure not to get the foliage of the plant wet when watering. The best time to water Stonecrop is in the morning when the sun is not so intense to help the plant retain the moisture in the soil for a longer period of time.

sunlight

For healthy growth of Sedum 'Lime Zinger' stonecrop, it is best to give it 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. The amount of sunlight required may vary if the plant is grown indoors or in partial or full shade. When the plant is situated outdoors, in full sun, it will usually receive its optimal daily sunlight from late morning to late afternoon.

pruning

Stonecrop (Sedum 'Lime Zinger') should be pruned annually in late winter or early spring, before the new growth appears. Pruning should be limited to removing any dead or damaged stems and light shaping of the plant. This will encourage new growth and promote healthy growth for the coming season. Be sure not to over prune - only remove 10-20% of the stems - as this can lead to the plant becoming weak and prone to disease. The best way to prune is to look for any stems that are dead, broken, or have crossed over each other and remove them at the base of the plant.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Sedum 'Lime Zinger' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Sedum 'Lime Zinger' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Hardiness Map