Sedum (Sedum Oreganum) - This is a versatile little perennial! Sedum ground cover plants work well in rock gardens, containers, window boxes, planters and xeriscape gardens. This Sedum is commonly referred to as Oregon Stonecrop as it is a native in the Pacific Northwest, but it adapts to a wide range of regions and can grow in zones 5 - 8. Oregon Stonecrop Sedum features succulent foliage that forms little rosettes. In the fall, the foliage can turn shades of orange or red. The bright yellow flowers appear in early summer on stems. It is lovely spilling over the edge of rocks, or planted along walkways or in-between stepping stones. Oregon Stonecrop easily establishes from Sedum Oreganum seeds and is very drought tolerant making it perfect for xeriscaping.

Well-drained soil is an absolute essential for growing Oregon Stonecrop, and full sun is the best environment. The more sun this Sedum Stonecrop plant gets, the more brilliant red the foliage will become. Most Oregon Stonecrop plants develop a reddish or purplish tinge when grown in dry sunny locations, or where it experiences extremes of temperatures. Fall brings out the best changes in foliage color.

Sedum has tiny seeds which should be mixed with fine sand for an even sowing. Sow Sedum ground cover seeds indoors 6 - 8 weeks before the last frost is expected. Use small pots or flats and sterile starter mix. Pre-moisten the starter mix and sow Sedum seeds on the surface. Press the seed into the moistened soil, and do not cover it. Keep the seeds moist but not saturated until they germinate. Water from the underside of the pots or use a spray bottle and lightly mist the seeds.