Sedum makinoi 'Variegatum'
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| Management number | 250425209 | Release Date | 2026/09/17 | List Price | US$3.20 | Model Number | 250425209 | ||
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- Description
- Sedum 'Variegatum' Care Guide
- FAQ/Common Issues
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Sedum makinoi 'Variegatum' is a variegated stonecrop belonging to the Crassulaceae family, native to Japan where it grows among rocky outcrops and woodland edges. It has small rounded leaves with creamy white edges and soft green centers, and works well in containers, rock gardens, and as a groundcover for beginners and experienced gardeners alike.
Small, rounded leaves with creamy white edges and soft green centers define this plant's two-toned appearance. It grows as a trailing, clumping mat that cascades over container edges or spreads as a groundcover, staying compact and dense through the seasons without requiring pruning to maintain its tidy habit.
Sedum 'Variegatum' produces small, star-shaped yellow flowers in summer that appear in clusters above the foliage on upright stems. The blooms attract pollinators and the plant does produce pollen, which may be relevant for allergy-sensitive households.
It grows both indoors on a bright windowsill and outdoors in containers, rock gardens, or along garden borders. It handles drafty indoor spaces and tolerates dry heated air, and you can move it outside in summer or leave it outdoors into autumn. Sedum 'Variegatum' is non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it a safe choice for pet-owning homes.
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Sedum makinoi 'Variegatum' grows well in bright indirect light, partial sun, or full sun, but scorches in intense south-facing windows.
Water it every 10 to 14 days, allowing the soil to dry completely between waterings.
Sedum 'Variegatum' performs best in a well-draining cactus or succulent mix blended with perlite for added drainage.
It tolerates temperatures down to around 20°F, suiting cool climates and frost-prone regions well.
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Sedum 'Variegatum' is a moderate grower that benefits from a light balanced fertilizer once in spring and once in mid-summer.
It is hardy in USDA zones 6 through 9, tolerating frost down to around 20°F without protection. It grows outdoors across the Pacific Northwest, including Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Montana, throughout the Mountain West in Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, Nevada, and Arizona, across the Southwest into New Mexico and Texas, through the Great Plains in Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, and South Dakota, and eastward across Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, and Kentucky. It also grows in the Southeast through the Carolinas, Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland, and across the mid-Atlantic including Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and beyond.
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Q: Is Sedum makinoi 'Variegatum' safe for cats and dogs?
A: It is non-toxic and safe for both cats and dogs.
Q: What happens if I place it in a south-facing window?
A: Sedum makinoi 'Variegatum' can scorch in intense afternoon sun, so east or west-facing windows are better choices, or filter strong midday light with a sheer curtain.
Q: Can Sedum 'Variegatum' survive without water for extended periods?
A: You can leave it up to 10 to 14 days without water. The soil must dry completely between waterings to prevent root rot.
Q: How quickly does it spread?
A: It grows at a moderate pace and typically reaches 2 to 4 inches tall while spreading outward slowly, making Sedum 'Variegatum' suited to containers and hanging baskets.
Q: How do you propagate Sedum 'Variegatum'?
A: Snip a healthy stem, let the cut end callous for a day or two, then place it in moist well-draining soil until roots form.
Q: Will it stay green year-round indoors?
A: Sedum 'Variegatum' maintains its variegated foliage indoors when placed in bright light, though outdoor plants exposed to cooler fall temperatures may show deeper color shifts.
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