Sedum ‘Thundercloud’, also known as Stonecrop, is a tough perennial plant that makes an excellent choice for late summer gardens. Here are some details about it:
- USDA Zone: 4-9
- Description: Native to the Far East, this recent selection forms a strong, compact mound of heavily serrated, grey-green foliage.
- Flowers: Billowy clouds of white star-like flowers, lightly flushed with pink, appear in summer.
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Growing Conditions:
- Sun Exposure: Full sun or partial shade
- Soil Type: Normal or sandy
- Soil pH: Neutral, alkaline, or acidic
- Soil Moisture: Dry
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Uses and Characteristics:
- Great for rock gardens
- Tolerates dry soils
- Excellent in alpine troughs and containers
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
- Rabbit-resistant
- Height: 20-25 cm (8-10 inches)
- Spread: 35-40 cm (14-16 inches)
