Sedum tetractinum ‘Coral Reef’ - creeping succulent with decorative foliage and changing tones

Sedum tetractinum ‘Coral Reef’ is a spectacular variety of creeping sedum, native to Asia, appreciated for its rounded, fleshy and glossy leaves, which change shade depending on the light and season. In spring and summer, the leaves are vivid green, while in autumn they develop coral-copper or reddish highlights, reminiscent of the hues of a coral reef – hence the cultivar’s name.

It is an excellent plant for ground cover, rock gardens, borders or succulent arrangements, thanks to its drought resistance and adaptability.

🌿 Botanical characteristics:

• Genus: Sedum

• Family: Crassulaceae

• Origin: China

• Foliage: small, round, glossy green, with reddish tones in the sun

• Growth habit: creeping, compact, forming dense carpets

• Flowering: summer, with decorative, star-shaped yellow flowers

☀️ Growing conditions:

• Light: direct sun or partial shade; the leaf color becomes more intense in bright light

• Watering: moderate; allow the substrate to dry out between waterings

• Temperature: withstands temperatures down to approximately -15°C in well-drained soil

• Soil: sandy, well-drained, ideal for succulents and rock garden plants

💚 Advantages and uses:

• Very hardy plant, ideal for gardens and terraces

• The leaf color changes depending on the season and light

• Excellent for borders, rock gardens or ground cover

• Can also be grown in decorative pots as a trailing plant

⚠️ Note:

The leaf color varies depending on the light and season.

Height including pot: approximately 10 cm.