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Sedum tetractinum 'Coral Reef'

Family Crassulaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0 - 5 cm (0 - 2 in)
Spread 5 - 30 cm (2 - 12 in)
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 tetractinum 'Coral Reef' (Chinese sedum) bears showy and bright yellow blooms during mid-summer to late summer. The foliage is deep green in colour and evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, container, edging, ground cover and mass planting.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Sedum tetractinum 'Coral Reef' tolerates drought and light foot traffic, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.
Cautions Depending upon your local conditions, Sedum tetractinum 'Coral Reef' (Chinese sedum) may be invasive.