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Sedum spectabile 'Carmen'

Family Crassulaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Sedum spectabile 'Carmen' (showy stonecrop) bears showy, dark pink and fragrant flowers during mid summer to mid-fall. The showy matte foliage is medium green and greyish green in colour and medium in texture. A specimen plant, Sedum spectabile 'Carmen' (showy stonecrop) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, edging and specimen.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Sedum spectabile 'Carmen' . Sedum spectabile 'Carmen' is tolerant of drought.