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sedum succulent

The sedum succulent is a versatile and low-maintenance choice for New Zealand gardens, prized for its drought tolerance, unique foliage, and vibrant flower clusters. Whether you're filling a rockery, creating a living roof, or looking for a hardy groundcover, sedum succulents offer both beauty and resilience. With hundreds of varieties, these reliable perennials thrive in sunny, well-drained spots and require minimal care, making them perfect for both beginners and experienced gardeners.

Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant) bright red foliage.

Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant)

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Sedum rubrotinctum, commonly known as Jelly Bean Plant or Pork and Beans Plant, is a compact, low-growing succulent reaching 15–20 cm tall and spreading up to 30 cm wide. It features plump, jelly bean-shaped leaves that are green with red tips, intensifying with sun exposure. Yellow star-shaped flowers appear in spring.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Succulents
Height: 20 cm
Spread: 20 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Rock
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Petrosedum sediforme

Petrosedum sediforme is a hardy evergreen succulent valued for its dense mats of narrow, blue green leaves and bright summer flowers. Its low, spreading habit makes it especially useful for dry, sunny sites where compact groundcover and strong texture are wanted.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Succulents
Height: 25 cm
Spread: 30 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Extended dry periods
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
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Crassula arborescens

Crassula arborescens, commonly known as the Silver Jade Plant or Silver Dollar Jade, is a succulent grown for its interesting and colourful foliage...

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Echeveria Dark Prince

Echeveria Dark Prince is a succulent grown for its impressive colourings. It grows as a short and stout rosette of thick, dark brown-black leaves...

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Haworthia mirabilis 'Triebneriana' plant.
Haworthia mirabilis triebneriana (Haworthia mirabilis var Triebneriana)

Haworthia mirabilis Triebneriana is a small succulent that features rosettes of thick and fleshy leaves. The light green leaves with dark green...

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Haworthia Glabrata

Haworthia Glabrata is a small succulent that features rosettes of thick and fleshy leaves. The dark green leaves with silver lines have a rough...

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Echeveria Set-Oliver (Echeveria Set Oliver)

Echeveria Set Oliver is a succulent that forms a rosette of furry green leaves edged with red. As conditions cool or the plant becomes moisture...

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Mangave Pineapple Express (Mangave)

Mangave Pineapple Express is an impressive succulent that features a rosette of thick, dark green-grey leaves. They are leathery and radiate outwards...

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Sempervivum calcareum plants.
Sempervivum calcareum

Sempervivum calcareum is a striking hardy succulent admired for its symmetrical blue green rosettes tipped with deep burgundy. Its architectural form...

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Graptopetalum mirinae succulent plant with pink foliage.
Graptopetalum mirinae

Graptopetalum mirinae is a compact evergreen succulent grown for its attractive rosettes of fleshy grey green leaves that often develop pink and...

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Haworthia fasciata succulent growing in a pot.
Haworthia fasciata

Haworthia fasciata is a small succulent that features rosettes of thick and fleshy leaves. The dark green leaves with silver lines have a rough...

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Aloe saponaria plants.
Aloe saponaria (Zebra Aloe)

Aloe saponaria (Soap Aloe) is a hardy evergreen succulent valued for its attractive rosettes of fleshy, spotted leaves and colourful flower spikes...

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Haworthia resendeana plant.
Haworthia resendeana

Haworthia resendeana is a small succulent features thick and fleshy leaves on short stems. The dark green leaves have a rough texture and afford...

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Echeveria secunda

Echeveria secunda is a beautiful evergreen succulent admired for its symmetrical blue green rosettes and compact growth habit. This hardy plant...

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Graptopetalum paraguayense plants growing in a pot.
Graptopetalum paraguayense

Graptopetalum paraguayense (Ghost Plant) is a hardy evergreen succulent admired for its pale grey to silvery pink rosettes that create a striking...

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Aloe hereroensis plant growing in a desert environment.
Aloe hereroensis

Aloe hereroensis (Sand Aloe) is a striking succulent valued for its broad pale blue green leaves marked with subtle white striping and its...

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Aeonium haworthii 'Kiwi' plant with colourful leaves.
Aeonium haworthii 'Kiwi'

Aeonium haworthii 'Kiwi' is a colourful succulent prized for its compact rosettes of variegated green and cream leaves edged with soft pink...

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Euphorbia trigona

Euphorbia trigona (African Milk Tree) is a striking succulent prized for its upright branching stems, architectural form, and easy care nature. The...

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Agave americana 'Variegata' (Variegated Century Plant)

Agave americana 'Variegata' is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its bold architectural form and strongly variegated foliage. It forms a...

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Aloe vera plants with fleshy, fresh-green leaves.
Aloe vera

Aloe vera is a well known succulent valued for both its ornamental appeal and soothing gel. It forms clumps of fleshy, pale green leaves with soft...

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Senecio peregrinus (String of Dolphins) green-grey trailing foliage.
Senecio peregrinus

Senecio peregrinus, commonly known as String of Dolphins, is a succulent grown for its interesting, dolphin-shaped foliage. It produces masses of...

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Agave tequilana plants with metallic-blue coloured foliage.
Agave tequilana

Agave tequilana (Tequila Agave) is a bold and dramatic succulent best known as the source of tequila production in Mexico. It features striking...

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Mesembryanthemum Purple Splendour

“Purple Splendour” is a variety of the commonly known, Iceplant, and is an herbaceous perennial grown for its spreading nature and pretty flowers. It...

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Sedum spectabile 'Iceberg'

Sedum ‘Iceberg’ is a hardy, low-growing succulent valued for its fleshy, green foliage and masses of pure white flowers in summer. The blooms attract...

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Sedum makinoi 'Ogon'

Sedum makinoi 'Ogon' is a colourful low growing succulent prized for its brilliant golden foliage that brightens the garden throughout the year. Its...

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Sedum reflexum (Blue Stonecrop) with fine foliage growing between rocks.
Sedum reflexum

Sedum reflexum (Blue Stonecrop) is a hardy and attractive groundcover succulent valued for its striking blue green foliage and excellent performance...

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Sedum spurium 'Voodoo' (Stonecrop Voodoo)

Sedum spurium 'Voodoo' is a striking low growing succulent prized for its deep burgundy foliage and clusters of colourful flowers that appear from...

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Sedum 'Matrona'

Sedum 'Matrona' is a striking perennial succulent admired for its upright habit, strong stems, and attractive foliage. In NZ gardens, it is prized...

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Sedum 'Gold Mound' growing as a bright yellow ground cover plant.
Sedum 'Gold Mound'

Sedum 'Gold Mound' is grown for its colourful foliage and creeping growth habit. It forms a carpet of small, succulent, golden leaves. These are held...

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Sedum dendroideum (Tree Stonecrop)

Sedum dendroideum is an attractive shrubby succulent valued for its fleshy bright green foliage and clusters of cheerful yellow flowers that appear...

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Sedum dasyphyllum 'Minor' (Corsican Stonecrop)

Sedum dasyphyllum 'Minor' is a charming miniature succulent valued for its tiny blue green leaves that form dense carpets of foliage throughout the...

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Sedum 'Midnight Coral' black foliage and orange-pink flowers.
Sedum 'Midnight Coral'

Sedum 'Midnight Coral' is a striking succulent perennial admired in NZ gardens for its dark, dramatic foliage and vibrant late season flowers. Its...

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Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant)

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What Makes Sedum Succulent Special

Sedum succulents are well-loved for their fleshy, water-storing leaves and striking seasonal blooms. Their ability to withstand dry spells is due to their succulent nature, allowing them to store moisture through the toughest weather. Most varieties grow quickly and spread effortlessly, forming colourful mats that suppress weeds and provide year-round interest. Ideal for container gardening or landscape borders, sedum succulents easily add textural intrigue to your outdoor spaces.

Popular Sedum Succulent Varieties for Your Garden

If you're searching for standout sedum succulents to add to your collection, consider these popular choices:

How to Grow and Care for Sedum Succulent

Sedum succulents truly shine with minimal fuss. Plant them in a sunny, well-drained position—sandy or gritty soils are ideal for their roots. Water new plants moderately during the first growing season, but once established, they are extremely drought-tolerant and only need watering in prolonged dry spells. Prune away any faded flower heads and remove untidy growth in late winter or early spring to keep your sedum healthy and compact.

Most sedum succulents are pest- and disease-resistant, adding to their easy-care reputation. They're also perfect for containers, green roofs, or planted en masse for a water-wise landscape.

Designing with Sedum Succulent

Thanks to their variety of leaf shapes, sizes, and colours, sedum succulents are wonderful for adding contrast and visual appeal to your garden. Combine upright growers like Sedum spectabile 'Iceberg' with spreading types such as Sedum spurium Voodoo (Stonecrop Voodoo) to create texture-rich beds. Pair with other drought-tolerant plants or use in rock gardens for instant impact.

With their beauty, adaptability, and ease of care, it's easy to see why sedum succulents are a favourite among New Zealand gardeners. Explore our range and discover the perfect sedum to suit your garden style.

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