Elf Orpine

Sedum smallii

Elf Orpine

Mason Brock (Masebrock)

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Crassulaceae
Genus:
Sedum
Species:
Sedum smallii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual
Growth Habit:
Succulent
Height:
Less than 6 in
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
mar, may, sep, oct, nov
Bloom Colors:
White, Pink
Ground Cover:
Yes

Native Range

United States: Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to rocky outcrops and slopes

Germination Information

Pre-treatment: Seeds are placed into warm stratification

Source: npn.rngr.net