Sedum telephium 'Touchdown Teak' | USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Touchdown™ Teak Stonecrop has masses of beautiful clusters of red flowers at the ends of the stems from late summer to mid fall, which are most effective when planted in groupings. The flowers are excellent for cutting. Its attractive succulent narrow leaves emerge coppery-bronze in spring, turning burgundy in colour with showy deep purple variegation throughout the season. The red stems are very colorful and add to the overall interest of the plant.
A colorful stonecrop with copper new foliage that matures to glossy burgundy-purple-brown, on red stems; stunning red flowers in late summer; drought-tolerant and does well in poor soils, an excellent choice for late summer color in borders or containers.
Touchdown™ Teak Stonecrop is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- Rock/Alpine Gardens
- Border Edging
- General Garden Use
- Groundcover
- Container Planting
Attracts Butterflies and Bee Friendly
Common Name: Stonecrop
Bloomtime: Summer
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More About Touchdown Teak Sedum |
Height: 15 inches |
Spread: 16 inches |
Flower Colour: Pink / Purple Shades |
Teak Stonecrop does best in full sun to partial shade. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist growing conditions, but will not tolerate any standing water. It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for a low-water garden or xeriscape application. It is not particular as to soil pH, but grows best in poor soils, and is able to handle environmental salt. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. Touchdown™ Teak Stonecrop is a fine choice for the garden, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor pots and containers. With its upright habit of growth, it is best suited for use as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination; plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over the edges. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |